Operations on Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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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.

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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 each fraction, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions?

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

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How do you multiply fractions?

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To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if necessary.

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What is the method for dividing fractions?

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To divide fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor (the second fraction).

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the lowest terms of a fraction?

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A fraction is in lowest terms when the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the numerator and denominator is 1.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that is common to the denominators of two or more fractions.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/6 in lowest terms?

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The sum of 1/4 and 1/6 is 5/12.

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What is the difference between 3/4 and 1/2 in lowest terms?

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The difference between 3/4 and 1/2 is 1/4.