Fraction Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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What is the method to divide fractions?

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What is a mixed number?

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and express the remainder as a fraction.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple (LCM) of two or more numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of each of the numbers.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) of two or more numbers is the largest number that divides each of the numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).