Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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

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What does the top number in a fraction represent?

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

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What does the bottom number in a fraction represent?

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

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What is 1/2 as a decimal?

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1/2 as a decimal is 0.5.

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What is 3/4 as a decimal?

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3/4 as a decimal is 0.75.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same part of a whole, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, like 3/4.