Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Front

What is the sum of 1 1/4 cups and 2 1/3 cups of flour?

Back

3 7/12 cups.

Front

What is the first step in adding fractions like ⅘ + ½?

Back

Find a common denominator.

Front

How do you find the difference between 1/2 yard and 1/6 yard?

Back

Subtract the smaller fraction from the larger fraction.

Front

What is the result of 1/2 - 1/6?

Back

1/3.

Front

What do you need to do to find the sum of fractions?

Back

Add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

Front

What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

Front

How do you convert mixed numbers to improper fractions?

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator.

Front

What is the improper fraction equivalent of 1 1/4?

Back

5/4.

Front

What is the process for adding fractions with different denominators?

Back

Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add.

Front

What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 3 and 4?

Back

12.