fractions

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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 line, 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 part of a whole as another fraction, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the denominator.

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What is the fraction equivalent to 1/4?

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2/8 is equivalent to 1/4.

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Is 1/3 equivalent to 4/12?

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Yes, 1/3 is equivalent to 4/12.

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What is subtraction of mixed fractions?

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To subtract mixed fractions, subtract the whole numbers and the fractions separately.

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