Math Benchmark Review 1

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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 compare fractions with different denominators?

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To compare fractions with different denominators, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimal form.

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What is the process to add fractions?

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To add fractions, make sure they have the same denominator. If not, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have the same denominator. If not, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a 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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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is multiplication of fractions?

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

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What is division of fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the second fraction (flip it) and then multiply.

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What is the importance of the order of operations?

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The order of operations (PEMDAS: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication and Division, Addition and Subtraction) ensures that mathematical expressions are solved correctly.

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What is a decimal?

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A decimal is a way of representing fractions using a base 10 system, such as 0.5 for 1/2.