Fractions Mixed Review

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What do you call an equal fraction?

Back

Equivalent fraction

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 3 \frac{1}{2}.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as \frac{7}{4}.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as \frac{2}{3}.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the proper fraction.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share.

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What is the first step to add fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators to create a common denominator.

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What is the sum of \frac{1}{2} and \frac{1}{3}?

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The sum is \frac{5}{6}.

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What is the difference between a mixed number and an improper fraction?

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A mixed number combines a whole number and a proper fraction, while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than its denominator.

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).