Thanksgiving Math Fractions Flashcard

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

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

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 process to subtract fractions?

Back

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

Front

How do you compare two fractions?

Back

To compare two fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

Front

What is the sum of 1/2 and 1/4?

Back

3/4

Front

If you have 3/4 of a pizza and eat 1/2 of it, how much pizza is left?

Back

1/4 of the pizza is left.

Front

What is the difference between 5/6 and 1/3?

Back

1/2

Front

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

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

Front

What is 2 1/3 as an improper fraction?

Back

7/3

Front

Which is greater: 1/2 or 2/5?

Back

1/2 is greater.