Rational Number Operations

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the lowest terms of a fraction?

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A fraction is in lowest terms when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the quotient of two fractions?

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To find the quotient of two fractions, multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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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.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 5/8?

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The sum of 1/4 and 5/8 is 7/8.