| A | B |
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| equivalent fractions | fractions that are modeled differently but name the same amount |
| simplest form | a fraction that is modeled using the fewest amount of equal-sized parts as possible (this is accomplished by using division…aka reducing) |
| common denominator | a common multiple of two or more denominators |
| greatest common denominator | the largest number that divides evenly into the numerator and denominator (helps to simplify fractions) |
| benchmark | a known size or amount that helps you understand a different size or amount |
| unit fraction | an amount given as a whole number and a fraction |
| mixed numbers | an amount given as a whole number and a fraction |
| improper fraction | a fraction greater than one; the numerator is larger than the denominator |
| line | a straight line with no curves that extends in both directions forever |
| line segment | part of a line that connects two points; it has two definite end points |
