Loper math fractions

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How do you find an equivalent fraction for a given fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, you can multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator of the fraction by the same non-zero number.

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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. For example, 2 1/2 is a mixed number.

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How do you 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 result over the original denominator. For example, 5 3/8 becomes (5*8 + 3)/8 = 43/8.

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What is the process to find a fraction of a group?

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To find a fraction of a group, multiply the total number of items in the group by the fraction. For example, to find 1/8 of 24 boys, calculate 24 * (1/8) = 3 boys.

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What does it mean to find a fraction of a fraction?

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Finding a fraction of a fraction involves multiplying the two fractions together. For example, to find 1/2 of 3/4, you multiply (1/2) * (3/4) = 3/8.

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How do you solve application-based fraction problems?

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To solve application-based fraction problems, identify the quantities involved, determine the relationships between them, and apply the appropriate mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division) with fractions.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM) and how is it used in fractions?

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The least common multiple (LCM) is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share. It is used to find a common denominator when adding or subtracting fractions.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.

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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. A simplified fraction has the smallest possible numerator and denominator.