Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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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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Convert the mixed number 3 4/9 to an improper fraction.

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31/9

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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9/4

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Convert the mixed number 2 3/5 to an improper fraction.

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13/5

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What is the relationship between 1/8 and 8/8?

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1/8 < 8/8 (1/8 is less than 1).