Fractions introduction

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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 numbers, the numerator (top number) and the denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered or taken from the whole.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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How can you find an equivalent fraction?

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

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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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What does it mean for a fraction to be in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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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.

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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.