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 slash, like 1/2.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction. It represents how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction. It represents how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, like 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you find equivalent fractions?

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You can find equivalent fractions by multiplying or dividing the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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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 an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, like 5/4.

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

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To convert, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is a number line?

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A number line is a straight line with numbers placed at equal intervals, used to represent numbers and fractions.

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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.