Fraction Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator (top number) over a denominator (bottom number). For example, 1/2 means one part out of two equal parts.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction and indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, (1/2) * (3/4) = (1*3)/(2*4) = 3/8.

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What operation do you use to find a part of a whole in a fraction word problem?

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You typically use multiplication to find a part of a whole in a fraction word problem.

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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To subtract fractions with like denominators, subtract the numerators and keep the same denominator. For example, (3/5) - (1/5) = (3-1)/5 = 2/5.

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What operation do you use to find the remaining amount after using some?

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You use subtraction to find the remaining amount after using some.

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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, such as 2 1/2.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.