Adding and Subtracting Fractions - Word Problems

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a fraction?
Back
A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2, where the top number (numerator) shows how many parts we have, and the bottom number (denominator) shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean to add fractions?
Back
Adding fractions means combining parts of a whole. To add fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators. For example, 1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What does it mean to subtract fractions?
Back
Subtracting fractions means taking away parts of a whole. To subtract fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators. For example, 3/4 - 1/4 = 2/4.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you add fractions with different denominators?
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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with that denominator, and then add the numerators.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is a word problem in math?
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A word problem is a math problem that is presented in the form of a story or real-life situation. It requires reading and understanding the context to solve it.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How do you solve a word problem involving fractions?
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To solve a word problem involving fractions, read the problem carefully, identify the fractions involved, determine whether to add or subtract, and then perform the calculation.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the numerator in a fraction?
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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts we have.
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