Solve Operations with Fractions and Decimals

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, with a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of expressing numbers that are not whole, using a point to separate the whole number part from the fractional part.

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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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What does it mean to subtract a negative number?

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Subtracting a negative number is the same as adding its positive counterpart.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the sum of -⅞ and ⅜?

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-1/2

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What is the total time if the Bell family traveled for 10.5 hours, 8.5 hours, and 12 hours?

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31 hours

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What is 5.23 - (-9.1)?

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14.33

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What is ⅞ - (- ⅛)?

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1