4th grade EDM Unit 3 Flashcard Review

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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 numbers, the numerator (top number) and the denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered out of the total number of equal parts.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How do you compare two fractions?

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To compare two fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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How can you find an equivalent fraction for 3/6?

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To find an equivalent fraction for 3/6, you can multiply both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number, such as 2, resulting in 6/12.

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What is the value of 3/4 in relation to 2/3?

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3/4 is greater than 2/3.

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How many fifths are in one whole?

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There are 5 fifths in one whole.

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals along its length, used to represent numbers and their relationships.

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How do you represent fractions on a number line?

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To represent fractions on a number line, divide the segments between whole numbers into equal parts based on the denominator.