Operations with Fractions

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What is an improper fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 the result over the original denominator.

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What is the first step to add or subtract unlike fractions?

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Find a common denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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Identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1