Operations with Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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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 the process for subtracting fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if necessary.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction is obtained by flipping the numerator and denominator.

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply 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 proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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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 and express the remainder as a fraction.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to perform addition or subtraction.