6.2E FRACTIONS AS DIVISION

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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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How can fractions be expressed as division?

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A fraction a/b can be expressed as the division of a by b, meaning a ÷ b.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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Convert the fraction 3/4 into a division statement.

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3/4 = 3 ÷ 4.

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If you have 1/2 of a pizza, how can you express this as a division?

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1/2 can be expressed as 1 ÷ 2.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

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What is the fraction 6/8 in its simplest form?

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6/8 simplifies to 3/4.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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