Adding Fractions

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is a multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be added or compared.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, list the multiples of each denominator and identify the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.

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What is the sum of 5/8 and 1/4?

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The sum of 5/8 and 1/4 is 7/8.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with that denominator, and then add the numerators.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the sum of 1/3 and 1/9?

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The sum of 1/3 and 1/9 is 4/9.

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How do you simplify the fraction 3/8 + 1/8?

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3/8 + 1/8 = 4/8, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 2/4?

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The sum of 1/4 and 2/4 is 3/4.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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The first step in adding fractions is to find a common denominator.

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Why is it important to simplify fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps to present the answer in its most concise form.