Chapter 5 Review

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When the denominators are not the same, what must I find?

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common denominator

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4 \frac{4}{5}

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15

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

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

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

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What is the first step in dividing mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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What is the definition of a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator and a denominator.

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What does it mean to reduce a fraction?

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To reduce a fraction means to simplify it to its lowest terms.