Fraction Concepts Review

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 3 2/3.

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How do you compare fractions?

Back

To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is the value of 5/5?

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5/5 equals 1, as the numerator and denominator are the same.

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Which is larger: 1/10 or 1/2?

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1/2 is larger than 1/10.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/4?

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/4 is 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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If Cathy worked for 1/4 of an hour and Carson for 1/6 of an hour, who worked longer?

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Cathy worked longer than Carson.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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