RCT 3 Grade 6 Practice Test

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 6/5.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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What is the process to find the total capacity of a tank when given a fraction of it?

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To find the total capacity, divide the amount of water currently in the tank by the fraction that represents that amount.

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How do you solve for the total number of items when given a part-to-whole relationship?

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Use the equation: Total = Part / Fraction of the whole.

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What is the formula to find the height of a similar shape when given the dimensions of another?

Back

If the dimensions of one shape are a multiple of another, divide the dimensions of the larger shape by that multiple to find the dimensions of the smaller shape.

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How do you calculate the amount of paint needed for one box if given the amount for multiple boxes?

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Divide the total amount of paint used by the number of boxes painted.

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What is the relationship between ounces and gallons?

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1 gallon is equal to 128 ounces.

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How do you find the number of small bottles that equal a large bottle's volume?

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Divide the volume of the large bottle by the volume of the small bottle.

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What is the method to solve a word problem involving fractions?

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Identify the quantities involved, translate the words into mathematical operations, and solve step by step.

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What does it mean to multiply a dimension by a fraction?

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Multiplying a dimension by a fraction scales that dimension down by the fraction's value.