TSI Fractions Booklet Day 1

Front

What is a fraction?

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the product of two fractions?

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How do you divide fractions?

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What is a mixed number?

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

Front

What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to add or subtract fractions.

Front

How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common denominator (LCD), convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD, then add the numerators.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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What is the reciprocal of a fraction?

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