TSI Math Fractions Flashcard

Front

Simplify the fraction 12/18.

Back

2/3

Front

Convert the fraction 2/9 to a decimal.

Back

0.2222

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Convert the fraction 3/7 to a decimal.

Back

0.42857142857142855

Front

Convert the fraction 5/8 to a decimal.

Back

0.625

Front

Multiply 5/6 by 3/4.

Back

15/24

Front

What is the definition of a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two integers, where the numerator is the part and the denominator is the whole.

Front

What is the process to convert a fraction to a decimal?

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator.

Front

What is the least common multiple (LCM) and how is it used in fractions?

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The LCM of two or more numbers is the smallest number that is a multiple of each of the numbers. It is used to find a common denominator when adding or subtracting fractions.

Front

What is the greatest common divisor (GCD) and how is it used in fractions?

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The GCD of two or more numbers is the largest number that divides each of the numbers without leaving a remainder. It is used to simplify fractions.

Front

How do you multiply fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and multiply the denominators together. The result is the new fraction.