4.3B Decompose a Fraction

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What does it mean to decompose a fraction?

Back

To decompose a fraction means to break it down into smaller fractions that add up to the original fraction.

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What is the fraction representation of 3/3?

Back

3/3 is equal to 1.

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How can you represent 1/3 using addition of fractions?

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1/3 can be represented as 1/3 = 1/3.

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What is the sum of 1/3 + 1/3 + 1/3?

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1/3 + 1/3 + 1/3 = 3/3 = 1.

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If you have 2/3 and you add another 2/3, what do you get?

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2/3 + 2/3 = 4/3, which is an improper fraction.

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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How can you express 4/3 as a mixed number?

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4/3 can be expressed as 1 1/3.

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What is the sum of 3/7 + 3/7 + 3/7?

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3/7 + 3/7 + 3/7 = 9/7, which is an improper fraction.

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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 is the new numerator.

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What is the total of 3 + 1 + 2/9 + 3/9?

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3 + 1 + 2/9 + 3/9 = 4 + 5/9 = 4 5/9.