RENAMING FRACTIONS

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is less than the denominator (bottom number). For example, 3/4 is a proper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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. For example, 5/4 is an improper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is a mixed number?

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

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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Can proper fractions be renamed?

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No, proper fractions cannot be renamed.

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Can improper fractions be renamed?

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Yes, improper fractions can be renamed as mixed numbers.

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What are dissimilar fractions?

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Dissimilar fractions are fractions that have different denominators. For example, 1/2 and 1/3 are dissimilar fractions.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the process of renaming fractions?

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Renaming fractions involves converting a fraction into an equivalent fraction with a different numerator and denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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Give an example of renaming a proper fraction.

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Renaming 1/2 as 2/4 is an example of renaming a proper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different. For example, 1/2 and 2/4 are equivalent.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you find an equivalent fraction?

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To find an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

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