Fraction Word Problems

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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What does it mean to add fractions?

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Adding fractions involves finding a common denominator and then adding the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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What does it mean to subtract fractions?

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Subtracting fractions involves finding a common denominator and then subtracting the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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What is the first step in solving a fraction word problem?

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Read the problem carefully to understand what is being asked and identify the relevant information.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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What is the area of a rectangle?

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The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length by its width.

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What is the importance of finding a common denominator?

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Finding a common denominator is essential for adding or subtracting fractions to ensure the fractions are comparable.

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How do you find the total when combining fractions?

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To find the total when combining fractions, add the fractions together, ensuring they have a common denominator.