Fraction review

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you divide fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction. For example, a/b ÷ c/d = a/b × d/c.

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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 9/4.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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2 1/2 = 5/2.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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The reciprocal of a fraction a/b is b/a. For example, the reciprocal of 3/4 is 4/3.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share. It is used to add or subtract fractions.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common denominator (LCD), convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the LCD, and then add the numerators.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.