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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1, like 1/4 or 1/8.

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How do you identify a fraction on a number line?

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A fraction can be identified on a number line by finding the point that represents the part of the whole.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the fraction of a shaded area?

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The fraction of a shaded area is the number of shaded parts over the total number of parts.

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What is the fraction for a whole?

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The fraction for a whole is represented as 4/4 or 1.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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