Unit 6 Must Do

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though it may have different numerators and denominators. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, you can multiply or divide the numerator and denominator of the fraction by the same number (except zero). For example, multiplying 1/2 by 2/2 gives you 2/4.

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What is the sum of 1/3 + 1/3 + 1/3 + 1/3 + 1/3?

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The sum is 5/3, which can also be expressed as 1 whole 2/3.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its simplest form, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1. For example, 4/8 simplifies to 1/2.

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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. For example, 1 1/2 is a mixed number.

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What is the value of 2/4 + 5/7?

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The value of 2/4 + 5/7 is not equal to 7/11; it is actually 43/28.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is a proper fraction?

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

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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, such as 5/4.

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What is the shaded portion of a pie chart if 2/3 is shaded?

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If 2/3 of the pie is shaded, it means that two out of three equal parts of the pie are colored or filled.