Fraction operations review

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What is a fraction?

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you multiply fractions?

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What is a mixed number?

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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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.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common denominator (LCD), convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the LCD, then add the numerators.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found using the formula: Area = length × width.

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How do you subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.