Fraction Concepts Review

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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).

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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

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How do you share 2 candy bars among 3 friends?

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Each friend gets 2/3 of a candy bar.

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What does it mean to decompose a fraction?

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To decompose a fraction means to break it down into smaller fractions that add up to the original fraction.

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Decompose the fraction 6/10.

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6/10 can be decomposed into 2/10 + 4/10.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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Which is greater: 7/8 or 3/4?

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7/8 is greater than 3/4.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numbers are different.

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Give an example of an equivalent fraction for 1/2.

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An equivalent fraction for 1/2 is 2/4.

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