Fraction Tape Diagrams

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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). 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 in a fraction. It represents how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction. It indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is a tape diagram?

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A tape diagram is a visual representation of a mathematical concept, often used to illustrate fractions, ratios, and proportions. It looks like a segment of tape divided into parts.

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How can tape diagrams help in understanding fractions?

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Tape diagrams help visualize fractions by showing how a whole is divided into equal parts, making it easier to compare and add fractions.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent fractions.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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To find equivalent fractions, you can multiply or divide the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number. For example, multiplying 1/2 by 2/2 gives 2/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 1 1/2 is a mixed number, which means one whole and one half.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the fraction.

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

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/4 is 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.