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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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the probability of an event?

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Probability is a measure of how likely an event is to occur, expressed as a fraction of the total possible outcomes.

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How do you find the total of two fractions?

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To find the total of two fractions, add their numerators and keep the common denominator, or convert them to a common denominator first.

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What does it mean to double a recipe?

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Doubling a recipe means to multiply all the ingredients by 2 to make twice the amount.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you subtract fractions?

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

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and express the remainder as a fraction.

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What is a probability fraction?

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A probability fraction shows the likelihood of an event occurring, calculated as the number of favorable outcomes divided by the total number of outcomes.