Fractions

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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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. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fractional part.

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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.

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer.

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How can you express a fraction as a sum of unit fractions?

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You can express a fraction as a sum of unit fractions by finding fractions that add up to the original fraction, where each fraction has a numerator of 1.

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What is the process 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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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare two fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the sum of two fractions?

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To add two fractions, find a common denominator, convert the fractions if necessary, and then add the numerators while keeping the common denominator.

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What is the difference between two fractions?

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To subtract two fractions, find a common denominator, convert the fractions if necessary, and then subtract the numerators while keeping the common denominator.