Fraction Review

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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 fraction represents the point on the number line between 0 and 1?

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1/2 is the fraction that represents the midpoint on the number line between 0 and 1.

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Which fraction equals one?

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8/8 equals one because the numerator and denominator are the same.

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What fraction is equivalent to 2/4?

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4/8 is equivalent to 2/4 because both represent the same part of a whole.

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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.

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What fraction of a figure is shaded if 3 out of 6 parts are colored?

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3/6 of the figure is shaded.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor.