All Operations of Fractions

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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 43/10.

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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 the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you find the difference of two fractions?

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To find the difference, convert the fractions to a common denominator, then subtract the numerators.

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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 3/4.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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How do you multiply fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if necessary.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator, such as the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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How do you divide fractions?

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Multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.