3rd Grade - Fractions & Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/4.

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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, like 5/4.

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

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

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How can you identify 3/4 in a visual model?

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3/4 can be shown by shading 3 out of 4 equal parts of a shape.

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What is the equivalent fraction for 2/4?

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1/2 is an equivalent fraction for 2/4.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators and keep the same denominator.

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What is the first step to subtract fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator before subtracting.