Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, & Dividing Fractions

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

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

Front

What does it mean to find a common denominator?

Back

Finding a common denominator means identifying a number that can be used as a common base for two or more fractions, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

Front

How do you add fractions with different denominators?

Back

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

Front

What is the first step in adding ⅘ + ½?

Back

The first step is to find a common denominator.

Front

True or False: You need common denominators when adding fractions.

Back

True.

Front

True or False: You need common denominators when multiplying fractions.

Back

False.

Front

What is the process for subtracting fractions?

Back

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

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

Front

Convert the mixed number 2 ⅜ to an improper fraction.

Back

2 ⅜ = 19/8.

Front

What is the result of 2 ⅜ ÷ 1 ¾?

Back

The result is 1 (5/14).