Equivalent Fractions & Common Denominators Are Important

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What must you have to add and subtract fractions?

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Common denominators are required to add and subtract fractions.

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Which fraction is NOT equivalent to 4/8?

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1/3 is not equivalent to 4/8.

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If Kayla has 1/3 of a pizza and Lilly gives her 1/2 of a pizza, how much pizza does Kayla have now?

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Kayla has 5/6 of a pizza after receiving 1/2 from Lilly.

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What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

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The number on the bottom of a fraction is called the denominator.

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What is the least common denominator of 2/6 and 7/8?

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The least common denominator of 2/6 and 7/8 is 24.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the number on the top of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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Can you add fractions with different denominators directly?

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No, you cannot add fractions with different denominators directly; you must first convert them to have a common denominator.

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What is the process of simplifying a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction involves dividing the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).