Adding, Subtracting, Multiplying, and Dividing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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

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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 for subtracting fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if possible.

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What is the rule for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction (flip it) and then multiply the fractions.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to add or subtract them.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share, often used to find a common denominator.

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What does simplifying a fraction mean?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its simplest form, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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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.

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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 1 1/2.