Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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What does it mean to decompose a fraction?

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To decompose a fraction means to break it down into a sum of smaller fractions that add up to the original fraction.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 6/8?

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3/4 is an equivalent fraction of 6/8.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals.

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What is the symbol for 'greater than'?

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The symbol for 'greater than' is >.

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What is the symbol for 'less than'?

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The symbol for 'less than' is <.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/4?

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/4 is 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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If you have 3/10 of a pizza and eat 1/10, how much is left?

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You have 2/10 of the pizza left, which simplifies to 1/5.