Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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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 5/4 or 7/7.

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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, like 2 1/2.

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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. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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Multiply or divide the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

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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.

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What is the sum of 3/10 + 3/10 + 1/10?

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The sum is 7/10.

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How do you compare fractions?

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

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Which is greater: 7/8 or 9/10?

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9/10 is greater than 7/8.