Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a line, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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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 factor.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, like 1 1/2.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction has a numerator that is greater than or equal to the denominator, like 5/4.

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What fraction is shaded if 3 out of 4 parts are colored?

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3/4 is shaded.

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If a pizza is cut into 8 slices and 3 slices are eaten, what fraction of the pizza is left?

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5/8 of the pizza is left.

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What fraction of a set of 10 apples is 2 apples?

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2/10 or 1/5 of the apples.