Fractions 4a Practice

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What is a fraction?

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

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How do you compare fractions?

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

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What does it mean to order fractions from least to greatest?

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It means to arrange fractions in ascending order based on their value.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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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 numerator of the fraction.

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

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The sum is 1, because 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/4 = 4/4 = 1.

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How do you decompose a mixed number like 2 3/4?

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You can decompose it into fractions: 1 + 1 + 1 + 1/4 + 1/4 + 1/4.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The LCM is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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