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How do you solve word problems with fractions?

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Answer:

Explanation:

Read through the problem and set up a word equation — that is, an equation that contains words as well as numbers.

Plug in numbers in place of words wherever possible to set up a regular math equation.

Use math to solve the equation.

Answer the question the problem asks.

User Mcls
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You have to do what it says if you have to divide you divide if you have to multiply you multiply if you have to add you add and that is the same for subtraction as well.

I hope this helps you out.

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