Math Fractions

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What are equivalent fractions?

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Fractions that represent the same value or proportion, even if they have different numerators and denominators. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals. You can then determine which fraction is greater, less than, or equal to the other.

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What does it mean if one fraction is greater than another?

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It means that the value of the first fraction is larger than the value of the second fraction. For example, 3/4 is greater than 1/2.

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What does it mean if one fraction is less than another?

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It means that the value of the first fraction is smaller than the value of the second fraction. For example, 1/3 is less than 1/2.

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What is a numerator?

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

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What is a denominator?

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

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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 3/4.

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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 5/4.

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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 1 1/2.

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How can 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.