ES #2 Fraction as Division

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What is the definition of a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, where the numerator indicates how many parts are taken and the denominator indicates the total number of equal parts.

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How can a fraction be expressed as a division?

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A fraction a/b can be expressed as the division of a by b, written as a ÷ b.

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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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 the result over the original denominator.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2 with a denominator of 10?

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The equivalent fraction is 5/10.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the rule for multiplying 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 the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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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.