Adding and Subtracting Fractions

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a number that consists of a whole number and a proper fraction combined, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, determine the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the process for adding fractions?

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To add fractions, convert them to have a common denominator, then add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

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To subtract fractions, convert them to have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest positive integer that divides each of the integers without leaving a remainder.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.