4th Grade Fractions/Probability

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number). For example, 11/4 is an improper fraction.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator. For example, 2 3/4 = (2*4 + 3)/4 = 11/4.

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What are common factors?

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Common factors are numbers that divide two or more numbers without leaving a remainder. For example, the common factors of 24 and 8 are 1, 2, 4, and 8.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple (LCM) of two numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of both. For example, the LCM of 6 and 8 is 24.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator and a denominator. For example, in the fraction 3/4, 3 is the numerator and 4 is the denominator.

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How do you find the equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator by the same number. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.

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How do you represent fractions on a number line?

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To represent fractions on a number line, divide the line into equal parts based on the denominator and count the numerator to find the position. For example, 7/8 is represented by counting 7 parts out of 8.

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What is a visual representation of a fraction?

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A visual representation of a fraction can be a pie chart or a bar model that shows how a whole is divided into parts. For example, 4/8 can be shown as half of a pie chart.

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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Fractions can be understood as division. For example, the fraction 3/4 means 3 divided by 4.