4.3E Flashcard

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

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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 that indicates 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 that indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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

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1/4 + 1/4 = 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the difference between 3/4 and 1/4?

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3/4 - 1/4 = 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the product of 1/2 and 3/4?

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1/2 * 3/4 = 3/8.

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What is the quotient of 3/4 divided by 1/2?

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3/4 ÷ 1/2 = 3/4 * 2/1 = 6/4, which simplifies to 3/2.

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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.