Unit 8

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

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How do you compare two fractions?

Back

To compare two fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

Front

What does it mean if two fractions are equal?

Back

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

Back

The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

Back

The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

Front

How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

Back

Front

How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

Back

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 a mixed number?

Back

Front

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.