Fraction Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

Back

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

Back

To subtract fractions, ensure they have the same denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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How do you multiply fractions?

Back

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is a mixed number?

Back

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 over the original denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you divide fractions?

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1

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What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to perform addition or subtraction.

Front

How do you find the least common denominator (LCD)?

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To find the least common denominator, list the multiples of each denominator and identify the smallest multiple they share.