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an important lesson in mathematics is that the fraction bar is telling you to divide. for example, 2 over 4 is the same as 2 divided by 4.

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How do you change a division problem into a fraction?

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How is a division problem similar to a fraction?

A fraction is a division problem. The line in a fraction can be thought of as the words "divided by." 3/4 = 3 divided by 4


What problem is in every fraction?

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Can you reduce a fraction in a division problem?

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What is the process of changing a fraction to a decimal or a percent?

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How do you know when to turn a division problem into a fraction?

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The numerator in a fraction is like which part of a division problem?

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How do you write a fraction as a decimal and a percent?

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What is the top number of the division problem called?

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