Operations with Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator of a fraction by the same non-zero number.

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What is the process for adding 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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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

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

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How do you multiply fractions?

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How do you divide fractions?

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What is the lowest terms of a fraction?

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A fraction is in lowest terms when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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