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). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the numerator and 2 is the denominator.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction and indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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When comparing fractions with the same denominator, the fraction with the larger numerator is greater. For example, 3/5 is greater than 1/5 because 3 > 1.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How can you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, multiply or divide the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number. For example, multiplying 1/2 by 2 gives 2/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the fraction.

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What is the process of adding fractions?

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To add fractions, they must have a common denominator. If they do not, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.