Adding and Subtracting Fractions - Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators together and keep the same denominator.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

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If the denominators are the same, subtract the numerators. If they are different, find a common denominator first.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in the form of a story or real-life scenario.

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How do you identify the operation needed in a word problem?

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Look for keywords: 'total' or 'combined' usually means addition, while 'left' or 'remaining' usually means subtraction.