Representing Fractions

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1 and the denominator is a positive integer, such as 1/2, 1/3, or 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, you keep the denominator the same and add the numerators. For example, 1/6 + 1/6 = (1+1)/6 = 2/6.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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What is the process of decomposing a fraction?

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Decomposing a fraction involves breaking it down into a sum of unit fractions. For example, 6/10 can be decomposed into 1/10 + 1/10 + 1/10 + 1/10 + 1/10 + 1/10.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3B

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, 4/8 simplifies to 1/2.

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What does it mean for a fraction to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How can you represent a fraction visually?

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Fractions can be represented visually using pie charts, bar models, or number lines to show parts of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the relationship between fractions and decimals?

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Fractions can be converted to decimals by dividing the numerator by the denominator. For example, 1/4 = 0.25.

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How do you find a fraction of a quantity?

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To find a fraction of a quantity, multiply the quantity by the numerator and then divide by the denominator. For example, to find 1/4 of 20, calculate (1*20)/4 = 5.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.4B

CCSS.4.NF.B.4C

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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, such as 3/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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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, such as 5/4 or 6/6.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C