EDM Unit 3 Math Flashcard

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the part and 2 is the whole.

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

Back

Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

Back

To find an equivalent fraction, you can multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator by the same number. For example, multiplying 1/2 by 2 gives you 2/4.

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What is the fraction equivalent to 1/6?

Back

2/12 is equivalent to 1/6.

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What is the fraction equivalent to 1/4?

Back

2/8, 3/12, and 4/16 are equivalent to 1/4.

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How many millimeters are in a centimeter?

Back

There are 10 millimeters in 1 centimeter.

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How do you convert centimeters to millimeters?

Back

To convert centimeters to millimeters, multiply the number of centimeters by 10. For example, 8 cm x 10 = 80 mm.

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What is the fraction of a grid that is shaded?

Back

To find the fraction of a grid that is shaded, count the number of shaded parts and divide by the total number of parts in the grid.

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What is the fraction equivalent to 60/100?

Back

60/100 can be simplified to 3/5.

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What is a numerator?

Back

The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.