Math 7 Lesson 5.1 Skills Check C

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What is rounding in mathematics?

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Rounding is the process of adjusting the value of a number to make it simpler and easier to work with, while keeping it close to the original value.

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How do you round a fraction to the nearest whole number?

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To round a fraction to the nearest whole number, compare the fraction to 1/2. If it is less than 1/2, round down to 0; if it is 1/2 or more, round up to 1.

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What is an improper fraction?

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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 is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the lowest terms of a fraction?

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A fraction is in lowest terms when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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1/2

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about 1

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about 1/2

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about 0

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1 and 1/2