Ops with Fractions/Mixed Numbers Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the process for dividing a fraction by a whole number?

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To divide a fraction by a whole number, multiply the fraction by the reciprocal of the whole number.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps in finding equivalent fractions.

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What does it mean to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that sum over the original denominator.

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How do you find a fraction of a whole number?

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To find a fraction of a whole number, multiply the whole number by the numerator of the fraction and then divide by the denominator.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division of fractions?

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Multiplication of fractions involves combining parts, while division of fractions involves determining how many times one fraction fits into another.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to perform operations like addition or subtraction.