Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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How do you multiply two fractions?

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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How do you divide fractions?

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What 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 is the new numerator.

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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, used to add or subtract fractions.

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How do 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).

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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.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find the least common denominator (LCD), convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.