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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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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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 each fraction to an equivalent fraction with that denominator, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, convert them if necessary, and then subtract the numerators while keeping the common denominator.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify the resulting fraction if possible.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the method for dividing fractions?

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

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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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 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to add or subtract fractions.

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How do you 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 is the difference between proper and improper fractions?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than the denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator that is equal to or larger than the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1