Understanding Fractions (5th grade Prerequisites)

Front

What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/4.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

Front

How can you find an equivalent fraction using a number line?

Back

To find an equivalent fraction using a number line, locate the original fraction and identify another point on the line that represents the same value, then express it as a fraction.

Tags

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

Front

What is the simplest form of a fraction?

Back

The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator are reduced to their smallest possible values, such as 2/3 for 4/6.

Front

What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

Back

Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

Front

How do you convert a fraction to its simplest form?

Back

To convert a fraction to its simplest form, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

Front

What is an example of an equivalent fraction for 3/4?

Back

An example of an equivalent fraction for 3/4 is 6/8.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

Front

What is the process for adding fractions with different denominators?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

Front

How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

Back

To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

Tags

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

Front

What is a proper fraction?

Back

A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 5/4.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.3C