6.1 Warm Up

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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 numerator (top number) over a denominator (bottom number). For example, 1/4 means one part out of four equal parts.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and indicates 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 of a fraction and indicates the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you compare fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value. For example, 1/2 is equivalent to 2/4.

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How can you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 1 1/2 is a mixed number.

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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 is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.

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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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What is a whole number?

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A whole number is a non-negative integer, including zero. Examples are 0, 1, 2, 3, etc.