Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the process to reduce a fraction?

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To reduce a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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How can you express a fraction as a sum of unit fractions?

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You can express a fraction as a sum of unit fractions by breaking it down into parts that each have a numerator of 1.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3B

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What does the symbol '>' mean in fractions?

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The symbol '>' means 'greater than' and is used to compare two fractions.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2