A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as $$\frac{a}{b}$$ , where 'a' is the numerator (the part) and 'b' is the denominator (the whole).

What is a mixed number?

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as $$2 \frac{1}{2}$$ .

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

To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

What is a proper fraction?

A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as $$\frac{3}{4}$$ .

What is an improper fraction?

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as $$\frac{5}{4}$$ .

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

How do you find the greatest common factor (GCF)?

The GCF of two numbers is the largest number that divides both of them without leaving a remainder. You can find it by listing the factors or using the prime factorization method.

What is the relationship between fractions and division?

Fractions can be interpreted as division. For example, $$\frac{a}{b}$$ means 'a divided by b'.

What is a reciprocal?

The reciprocal of a fraction $$\frac{a}{b}$$ is $$\frac{b}{a}$$ . Multiplying a number by its reciprocal equals 1.

Fraction Math Challenge Flashcards

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What is a fraction?

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How do you multiply fractions?

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find the least common denominator (LCD), convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD, then add the numerators.

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What is the formula for adding fractions?

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How do you subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

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To subtract fractions with unlike denominators, find the least common denominator (LCD), convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD, then subtract the numerators.

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What is the formula for subtracting fractions?

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