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Factors to Fractions
See how understanding factors and multiples unlocks success with fractions. This path builds from listing factors and multiples to finding GCF and LCM, then applies these skills to equivalent fractions and fraction operations.
4 stepsBest for: Grades 3-5
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Step 1 · Grade 3
Factors, Multiples, and Factor Pairs
List factors and multiples of numbers and identify factor pairs as building blocks for fraction work.
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Step 2 · Grade 4
GCF and LCM
Find the greatest common factor and least common multiple, essential tools for simplifying and comparing fractions.
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Step 3 · Grade 4
Equivalent Fractions and Unlike Denominators
Use GCF and LCM knowledge to find equivalent fractions and add fractions with different denominators.
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Step 4 · Grade 5
Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
Apply factor knowledge to multiply and divide fractions, simplifying results using common factors.