Fraction word problems

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does it mean to subtract fractions?

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Subtracting fractions involves finding a common denominator and then subtracting the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. The result is a new fraction.

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What is a word problem?

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A word problem is a mathematical problem expressed in words, requiring interpretation and problem-solving skills to find a solution.

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What operation do you use to find how much more one fraction is than another?

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You use subtraction to find how much more one fraction is than another.

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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 the result over the original denominator.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to add or subtract fractions.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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