Fraction word problems

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What is a fraction?

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the first step in solving a fraction word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the relevant information.

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What operation would you use to find out how much more one quantity is than another?

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You would use subtraction to find out how much more one quantity is than another.

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How do you find a fraction of a whole number?

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To find a fraction of a whole number, multiply the whole number by the numerator and then divide by the denominator.

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What does it mean to divide a fraction?

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Dividing a fraction means finding out how many times the denominator fits into the numerator.

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What is the result of adding two fractions with the same denominator?

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To add two fractions with the same denominator, simply add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is a mixed number?

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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 the process for solving a two-step fraction problem?

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First, perform the operation indicated in the first step, then use the result to perform the second operation.