Fractions

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole. It is written as two numbers separated by a slash, like 1/2.

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

Back

The top number is called the numerator. It shows how many parts we have.

Front

What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

Back

The bottom number is called the denominator. It shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

Front

What is the fraction for 3 out of 5?

Back

3/5

Front

If a pizza is cut into 8 slices and 3 slices are eaten, what fraction of the pizza is left?

Back

5/8

Front

What is an equivalent fraction for 1/2?

Back

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

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

Back

You add the numerators and keep the denominator the same. For example, 1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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You subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same. For example, 3/4 - 1/4 = 2/4.

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, like 1 1/2.

Front

What is the fraction for 4 out of 8?

Back

4/8, which can be simplified to 1/2.