A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as two numbers separated by a slash, such as $$\frac{a}{b}$$ , where 'a' is the numerator and 'b' is the denominator.

Which is greater: $$\frac{2}{5}$$ or $$\frac{2}{7}$$ ?

$$\frac{2}{5}$$ is greater than $$\frac{2}{7}$$ because it has a larger value.

Which is less: $$\frac{1}{9}$$ or $$\frac{3}{9}$$ ?

$$\frac{1}{9}$$ is less than $$\frac{3}{9}$$ because it represents a smaller part of the whole.

If Cathy worked for $$\frac{1}{4}$$ of an hour and Carson worked for $$\frac{1}{6}$$ of an hour, who worked longer?

Cathy worked longer because $$\frac{1}{4}$$ is greater than $$\frac{1}{6}$$ .

What is an equivalent fraction?

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, such as $$\frac{1}{2}$$ and $$\frac{2}{4}$$ .

How can you find an equivalent fraction?

To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

What is the simplest form of a fraction?

The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

How do you simplify the fraction $$\frac{4}{8}$$ ?

$$\frac{4}{8}$$ simplifies to $$\frac{1}{2}$$ by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 4.

What is a mixed number?

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 $$\frac{1}{2}$$ .

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

To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and express the remainder as a fraction.

What is the process to add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is a fraction?

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction and represents how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction and indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare two fractions with the same denominator?

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When fractions have the same denominator, the one with the larger numerator is greater.

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How do you compare two fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator.

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