Fraction Operations

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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 2 3/4.

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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 original denominator is the fraction.

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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, such as 11/4.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (2/3) * (3/4) = (2*3)/(3*4) = 6/12.

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What is the product of 2/3 and 3/4?

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The product of 2/3 and 3/4 is 1/2.

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How do you find the number of servings in a total volume when given the serving size?

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To find the number of servings, divide the total volume by the serving size. For example, if there are 36 cups and each serving is 3/4 cup, then 36 / (3/4) = 48 servings.

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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 and add the numerator. Place this result over the original denominator.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of 5 3/4?

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The improper fraction equivalent of 5 3/4 is 23/4.

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What is the significance of the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the significance of the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.