Fraction and Decimal Word Problems + - x

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

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).

Front

What is a decimal?

Back

A decimal is a way of expressing fractions in a base 10 system, using a decimal point to separate the whole number from the fractional part.

Front

How do you add fractions with different denominators?

Back

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

Front

What is the process to subtract fractions?

Back

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

Front

How do you multiply fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if possible.

Front

What is the method for dividing fractions?

Back

To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction (flip it) and then multiply the fractions.

Front

How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

Back

To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

Front

What is the importance of the least common denominator (LCD)?

Back

The least common denominator is important for adding or subtracting fractions with different denominators.

Front

How do you solve a word problem involving fractions?

Back

Identify the operation needed (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), translate the words into a mathematical expression, and solve.

Front

What is the total when adding mixed numbers?

Back

To add mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, add, and then convert back to a mixed number if necessary.