Study Guide for 4.NF.3 (part1)

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What is a fraction?

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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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What does it mean for fractions to be equivalent?

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Two fractions are equivalent if they represent the same part of a whole, even if they have different numerators and denominators.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators. For example, 2/8 + 5/8 = (2+5)/8 = 7/8.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators. For example, 6/8 - 1/8 = (6-1)/8 = 5/8.

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What is the process to find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions you want to add or subtract.

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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 1 3/4.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the value of 4/12 simplified?

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4/12 simplified is 1/3.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, you can find a common denominator or convert them to decimals. The fraction with the larger numerator (when denominators are the same) is greater.

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What is the sum of 3/8 and 2/8?

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The sum of 3/8 and 2/8 is 5/8.