Math Fractions

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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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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value or proportion, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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How can you determine if two fractions are equivalent?

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You can determine if two fractions are equivalent by cross-multiplying or simplifying both fractions to see if they reduce to the same value.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you convert a fraction to its simplest form?

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To convert a fraction to its simplest form, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the process for adding fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the process for subtracting fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert each fraction, 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, then simplify if necessary.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction (flip the second fraction and multiply).

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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 1 1/2.