Math Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator (top number) over a denominator (bottom number). For example, 1/2 means one part out of two 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 does it mean to divide a whole into equal parts?

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Dividing a whole into equal parts means splitting it into sections that are the same size. For example, if you divide a pizza into 4 equal slices, each slice is 1/4 of the pizza.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. For example, 1/2 x 3/4 = 3/8.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number, where 2 is the whole number and 1/3 is the 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 over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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What is the process of finding a fraction of a quantity?

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To find a fraction of a quantity, multiply the quantity by the numerator of the fraction and then divide by the denominator. For example, to find 1/2 of 8, calculate (1*8)/2 = 4.

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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. For example, 4/8 simplifies to 1/2.

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is a word problem in math?

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A word problem is a mathematical question presented in a narrative form, requiring the reader to extract relevant information and perform calculations to find a solution.