Fraction Operation Review

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What is a fraction?

Back

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

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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.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

Back

The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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What is the sum of 3/5 and 3/10?

Back

9/10

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How do you simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor.

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What is the sum of 4 and 2/5?

Back

4 2/5 or 22/5 as an improper fraction.

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What is the result of 7/8 - 7/12?

Back

7/24

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

Back

Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is the difference between 8/9 and 6/7?

Back

2/63

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What is the result of 3/10 - 1/5?

Back

1/10