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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is expressed as a ratio of two numbers, the numerator and the denominator.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered or counted.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts into which the whole is divided.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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Can fractions have unequal parts?

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No, fractions must represent equal parts of a whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value or proportion of a whole.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the relationship between fractions and division?

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Fractions can be interpreted as division, where the numerator is divided by the denominator.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, used to add or subtract them.

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