Fractions -3rd Grade

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even if the numbers are different, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, like 3/4.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, like 5/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, like 1 1/2.

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

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To convert, 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 number line?

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A number line is a straight line that represents numbers at equal intervals, often used to show fractions.