Add and Subtract Fractions with Like Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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What does it mean for fractions to have like denominators?

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Fractions have like denominators when they share the same denominator, allowing for straightforward addition or subtraction.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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To add fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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To subtract fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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

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The sum is 2/4, which simplifies to 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3A

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What is the result of 3/5 + 1/5?

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The result is 4/5.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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If you have 2/3 and you add 1/3, what do you get?

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You get 3/3, which simplifies to 1.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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What is the difference between 5/6 and 1/6?

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The difference is 4/6, which simplifies to 2/3.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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In the context of word problems, how do you determine the total when adding fractions?

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Identify the fractions involved, ensure they have like denominators, and then add the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.