{5th Grade} Math Flashcard

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing 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 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 over the original denominator.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to perform operations like addition or subtraction.

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How do you find the least common multiple (LCM)?

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To find the LCM of two numbers, list the multiples of each number and identify the smallest multiple they share.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than the denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator that is equal to or larger than the denominator.

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What is the formula for finding the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is found by multiplying its length by its width (Area = length × width).

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How do you convert inches to feet?

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To convert inches to feet, divide the number of inches by 12, since there are 12 inches in a foot.