Math Fractions

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What are equivalent fractions?

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Fractions that represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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How do you compare fractions?

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You can compare fractions by finding a common denominator or by converting them to decimals.

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What does the symbol '>' mean in fractions?

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'>' means 'greater than'.

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What does the symbol '<' mean in fractions?

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'<' means 'less than'.

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What does the symbol '=' mean in fractions?

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'=' means 'equal to'.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A number that combines a whole number and a proper fraction.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.