Fraction Operations Mastery

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What is a fraction?

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators in fractions?

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Unlike denominators are when the denominators of two or more fractions are different, making it necessary to find a common denominator to perform operations like addition or subtraction.

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How do you subtract 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. Subtract the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the process for adding 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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How do you multiply fractions?

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing for addition or subtraction.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest common multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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