Fractions Practice

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original 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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you reduce a fraction?

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To reduce a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest positive integer that divides two or more integers without leaving a remainder.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What does it mean to shade a fraction in a visual representation?

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Shading a fraction in a visual representation means coloring in a portion of a shape (like a circle or rectangle) to visually demonstrate the fraction of the whole that is represented.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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Fractions can be interpreted as division, where the numerator represents how many parts are taken, and the denominator represents how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.3

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1