Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/4.

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What is a proper fraction?

Back

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 unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction with a numerator of 1, such as 1/3.

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How can you express 3/4 using addition?

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3/4 can be expressed as 2/4 + 1/4.

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What is the result of 6/8 - 4/8?

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The result is 2/8.

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What does the fraction 2 9/4 represent?

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2 9/4 is a mixed number that represents 2 whole parts and 9/4 of another part.

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

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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 the sum of 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/4?

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The sum is 4/4, which equals 1.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator less than the denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator greater than or equal to the denominator.