Converting/ Multiplying Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (a/b) * (c/d) = (a*c)/(b*d).

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width. Area = length × width.

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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. For example, 1 3/4 = (1*4 + 3)/4 = 7/4.

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What is the shaded area in a rectangle?

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The shaded area in a rectangle is the part of the rectangle that is filled or colored, often represented as a fraction of the total area.

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How do you find the fraction of a total?

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To find the fraction of a total, divide the part by the whole. For example, if you have 2 out of 5, the fraction is 2/5.

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What does it mean to share equally?

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To share equally means to divide something into equal parts so that each person or group receives the same amount.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, 4/8 simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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Fractions can be understood as division. For example, the fraction 3/4 means 3 divided by 4.

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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. For example, 1/2 + 1/3 = 3/6 + 2/6 = 5/6.