5th Grade Math - Unit 3

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

Back

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 least common multiple (LCM)?

Back

The least common multiple (LCM) of two or more numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of each of the numbers.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

Back

The greatest common factor (GCF) of two or more numbers is the largest number that divides each of the numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you subtract fractions?

Back

To subtract fractions, ensure they have the same denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 1 ⅓.

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

Back

To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, 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 process to find 1/3 of a number?

Back

To find 1/3 of a number, divide the number by 3.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/6?

Back

The sum of 1/4 and 1/6 is 5/12.

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If you give away 1/3 and 1/6 of a pan of brownies, how much do you give away in total?

Back

You give away 1/2 of the pan of brownies.