Fractions

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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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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 the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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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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What does it mean if two fractions are equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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What is 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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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is 1/4 + 1/4?

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1/4 + 1/4 = 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is 3/5 - 1/5?

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3/5 - 1/5 = 2/5.