Fraction Word Problems

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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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What does it mean to add fractions?

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Adding fractions involves finding a common denominator and then summing the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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How do you subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, you need a common denominator, then subtract the numerators while keeping the denominator unchanged.

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What is the process for multiplying fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. The result is a new fraction.

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What is the process for dividing 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 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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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 is the new numerator.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to perform addition or subtraction.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share, often used to find a common denominator.

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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.