Fraction Operations

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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, where the numerator is the part and the denominator is the whole.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top part of a fraction that indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom part of a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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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 each fraction, 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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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 multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together, then simplify if necessary.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor (the second fraction).

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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.