Fraction Operations Review

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What is a fraction?

Back

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?

Back

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

Front

What is the sum of 1/2 and 2/5?

Back

9/10

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How do you multiply fractions?

Back

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

Front

What is 2/3 multiplied by 2/3?

Back

4/9

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/4.

Front

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

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the numerator of the proper fraction.

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Convert 5/4 to a mixed number.

Back

1 1/4

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What is the process for subtracting mixed numbers?

Back

Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract, and convert back if necessary.

Front

What is 6 2/4 - 2 2/5?

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4 1/10