Fractions

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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, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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What fraction represents half of a whole?

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1/2 represents half of a whole.

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If a pizza is divided into 5 equal pieces and 3 pieces are eaten, what fraction of the pizza is left?

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2/5 of the pizza is left.

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What does the numerator of a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered out of the total.

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What does the denominator of a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How can you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the fraction for three-quarters?

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3/4 represents three-quarters of a whole.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.