Lesson 2 (Complex Fractions) Flashcard

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What is a complex fraction?

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A complex fraction is a fraction where the numerator, the denominator, or both contain fractions.

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How do you simplify a complex fraction?

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To simplify a complex fraction, multiply the numerator and the denominator by the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions involved.

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If a dog can eat 1/3 of a bag of food in 1/2 week, how many bags of food can the dog eat in 1 week?

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2/3

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Logan walked 1/8 of a mile in 1/6 of an hour. How far will he have traveled after an hour?

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3/4 of a mile

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Gahel can mow 3/8 of an acre of grass in 3/4 an hour. How many acres of grass does Gahel mow per hour?

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1/2 acre/hr.

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20

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How do you convert a complex fraction to a simple fraction?

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Multiply the numerator by the reciprocal of the denominator.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that is common to the denominators of two or more fractions.

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How do you find the rate of work done?

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Rate of work done = Amount of work / Time taken.

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What is the formula for finding the distance traveled?

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Distance = Rate × Time.