5th Grade Math - Unit 3

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

Back

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

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

Back

The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you subtract fractions?

Back

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

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

Back

The least common multiple is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

Back

A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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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.

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How do you find the distance walked if you walk 3/4 mile and then 3/8 mile?

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Add the two distances: 3/4 + 3/8 = 1⅛ miles.