Adding 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.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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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.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 3/4?

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

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the sum of 2/7 and 3/7?

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2/7 + 3/7 = 5/7.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the sum of 2/12 and 3/12?

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2/12 + 3/12 = 5/12.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the result of adding 3/8 and 1/8?

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

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps in comparing fractions.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.