Fraction Concepts

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What is a fraction?

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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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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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 greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder. For example, the GCF of 8 and 12 is 4.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The LCM is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share. For example, the LCM of 3 and 4 is 12.

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How do you compare fractions?

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To compare fractions, convert them to have a common denominator or convert them to decimals. The larger fraction has the greater value.

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What is a decimal?

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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