Adding Fractions

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

Back

Find a common denominator for the fractions.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

Back

Identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/4?

Back

1/2

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

Back

Add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the result of 5/12 + 5/12?

Back

10/12, which can be simplified to 5/6.

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What does it mean to decompose a fraction?

Back

To break it down into a sum of fractions with the same denominator.

Front

If you have 3/6 + 2/6, what is the sum?

Back

5/6

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What is the simplified form of 10/12?

Back

5/6

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How can visual models help in adding fractions?

Back

They provide a concrete representation of the fractions being added.

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions after addition?

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It makes the fraction easier to understand and work with.