Fractions (adding, subtracting, multiplying, dividing)

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What must you do when adding or subtracting fractions?

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Find a common denominator.

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When do you need to find a common denominator?

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When adding or subtracting fractions.

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What must you do when multiplying a proper fraction by a proper fraction?

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Multiply the numerator by numerator and multiply the denominator by denominator.

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Fill in the blank: 'How can I use _______________ fractions to add and subtract fractions?'

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equivalent.

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What is the LCD?

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Least Common Denominator.

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What is a fraction?

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A numerical quantity that is not a whole number, represented as a ratio of two integers.

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What is the difference between proper and improper fractions?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than its denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than or equal to its denominator.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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Find the least common denominator (LCD).

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How do you subtract fractions?

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Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.