Multiplying & Dividing fractions 5th

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What is a fraction?

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What does it mean to reduce a fraction?

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Reducing a fraction means simplifying it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.

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What is the result of multiplying two fractions?

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How do you divide fractions?

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you are working with.

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What is the relationship between multiplication and division of fractions?

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Multiplication of fractions increases the value, while division of fractions decreases the value, as you are either combining parts or splitting them.

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How can you visualize fractions?

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Fractions can be visualized using pie charts, number lines, or by dividing shapes into equal parts.

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What is the importance of understanding fractions in real life?

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Understanding fractions is important for cooking, dividing resources, and managing finances, as they represent parts of a whole.