NF.1 Flashcard

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions, and combine if necessary.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the process to find the least common denominator (LCD)?

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To find the LCD, list the multiples of each denominator and find the smallest multiple they have in common.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then subtract the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/2?

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/2 is 3/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.

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What is the definition of a denominator?

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The denominator is the bottom part of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the definition of a numerator?

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The numerator is the top part of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6