Fraction Operations

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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To add fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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

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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

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The process for subtracting fractions is similar to adding: find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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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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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor (the second fraction). This is often summarized as 'keep, change, flip'.

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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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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and express the remainder as a fraction.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle with fractional dimensions?

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The formula remains the same: Area = Length × Width, but you must multiply the fractions carefully.