STAAR Fractions Review

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of 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 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as 1/2 or 1/3.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators together and keep the same denominator. For example, 1/4 + 2/4 = (1+2)/4 = 3/4.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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Subtract the numerators and keep the same denominator. For example, 3/4 - 1/4 = (3-1)/4 = 2/4.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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How can you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide 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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If you have 3/4 of a pizza and eat 1/4, how much is left?

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