A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as $$\frac{a}{b}$$ , where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

What is the result of $$\frac{2}{3} - \frac{2}{7}$$ ?

The result is $$\frac{8}{21}$$ .

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

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator. For example, $$2\frac{1}{2} = \frac{2 \times 2 + 1}{2} = \frac{5}{2}$$ .

What is the result of $$5\frac{5}{6} - 1\frac{3}{12}$$ ?

The result is $$4\frac{7}{12}$$ .

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

What is an equivalent fraction?

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, such as $$\frac{1}{2}$$ and $$\frac{2}{4}$$ .

How do you add mixed numbers?

1. Add the whole numbers. 2. Add the fractions. 3. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

What is the importance of finding a common denominator?

Finding a common denominator allows you to accurately add or subtract fractions that have different denominators.

Add and Subtract fractions and Mixed numbers Flashcards

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FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is a fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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What is the first step when adding or subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?

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Find a common denominator.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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Find the least common multiple (LCM) of the two denominators.

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The least common denominator is 42.

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What is the process to add fractions with unlike denominators?

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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the common denominator. 3. Add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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