Fractions: Addition, Subtraction, Multiplication, Division

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Which of the following demonstrates the correct process of adding fractions with different denominators?

  • Multiply the numerators and denominators directly.
  • Find the least common multiple of the denominators, convert each fraction to have this denominator, and then add the numerators. (correct)
  • Add the numerators and denominators directly without finding a common denominator.
  • Use the greatest common factor of the denominators as the new denominator and adjust the numerators accordingly.

When multiplying a fraction by a natural number, which of the following describes the correct application of the multiplication concept?

  • The natural number is added to both the numerator and the denominator.
  • Only the denominator of the fraction is multiplied by the natural number.
  • Both the numerator and the denominator are multiplied by the natural number.
  • The numerator of the fraction is multiplied by the natural number. (correct)

What step is essential before dividing one fraction by another?

  • Inverting the divisor (the second fraction) and then multiplying. (correct)
  • Multiplying the first fraction directly by the second.
  • Adding the two fractions together.
  • Finding a common denominator between the two fractions.

What is the primary purpose of a variable in an algebraic equation?

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Which of the following best describes the function of a formula in mathematics?

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In the context of percentage calculations, what is the correct approach to convert a decimal to a percentage?

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What does the term 'arithmetic mean' refer to in statistics?

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Consider the equation $3x + 5 = 14$. What is the first step in solving for x using reverse operations?

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If a pie chart is used to graphically represent percentages, what does each sector of the pie chart represent?

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What is the relative frequency of an event in statistics?

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Addition and Subtraktion von Brüchen?

Combining fractions by adding or subtracting their numerators when they have the same denominator.

Ungleichnamige Brüche auf den kleinsten gemeinsamen Nenner bringen

Changing fractions to have the same denominator before adding or subtracting.

Brüche (auch gemischte Zahlen) mit einer natürlichen Zahl multiplizieren

Multiplying a fraction by a whole number scales the fraction.

Was ist der Kehrwert eines Bruches?

Flipping the numerator and denominator of a fraction.

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Brüche durch Brüche dividieren

Dividing by a fraction is like multiplying by its reciprocal.

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Was ist eine Variable?

A symbol representing a quantity that can change.

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Was ist ein Term?

A mathematical expression that combines numbers, variables, and operations.

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Was ist eine Gleichung?

A mathematical statement showing that two expressions are equal.

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Was sind Formeln?

Mathematical rules expressing relationships between quantities.

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Was sind Prozente?

Ways to show parts of a whole, often compared to 100.

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Study Notes

  • The material is for the 3rd schoolwork on 24.03.2025.
  • Exercise examples for each chapter in the exercise package.

Arithmetic with fractions

  • Addition and subtraction of fractions.
  • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator (including mixed numbers).
  • Review: Expanding fractions.
  • Bring fractions with different denominators to the lowest common denominator.
  • Add and subtract fractions with different denominators (including mixed numbers).
  • Rules for addition and subtraction.
  • Word problems.

Multiplication of fractions

  • Review: Reducing fractions.
  • Multiply fractions (including mixed numbers) by a natural number.
  • Interpretation of multiplication with a natural number as shortened addition or as "of".
  • Multiplication of two fractions.
  • Interpretation of multiplication with two fractions as "of".
  • Rules for multiplication.
  • Word problems.

Division of fractions

  • What is the reciprocal of a fraction?
  • Form the reciprocal of the divisor (for natural numbers and fractions).
  • Divide fractions by natural numbers.
  • Divide fractions by fractions.
  • Rules for division.
  • Word problems.

The language of mathematics

  • Variables, terms and equations.
  • What is a variable?
  • What is a term?
  • What is an equation?
  • Solve equations by trial and error.
  • Solve equations by inverse operations (STRIXPUNKLA).
  • Translate texts into equations.

Formulas

  • What are formulas?
  • Interpret formulas.
  • Set up and use formulas.

Numbers in percentage representation and statistics

  • Basics of percentage calculation.
  • What are percentages?
  • How can you specify percentages (percent - fraction - decimal notation)?
  • Graphical representation of percentages - percentage strips, hundreds field, pie chart.

Statistics

  • Review: Statistical characteristics (unordered list, ranked list, minimum, maximum, range, mode, median, arithmetic mean).
  • Absolute frequency.
  • Relative frequency.

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