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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) x (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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What is the process to divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, (a/b) ÷ (c/d) = (a/b) x (d/c).

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2?

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Any fraction that has the same value as 1/2, such as 2/4, 3/6, or 4/8.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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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 1 1/2.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple of two or more numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of each of the numbers.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor of two or more numbers is the largest number that divides each of the numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.