Unit 8 Review

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What is a fraction?

Back

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

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then compare the numerators.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as '3 and 1/2'.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to add or compare fractions.

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What is the process to add fractions?

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To add fractions, make sure they have a common denominator, then add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

Tags

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

Back

To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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How do you multiply fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if possible.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction (flip it) and then multiply the fractions.

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CCSS.6.NS.A.1