Add, Subtract, Multiply, Divide 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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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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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.

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What is a reciprocal?

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A reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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What is the sum of 2/5 and 3/10?

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7/10