Adding and Subtracting Fractions with LIKE denominators

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What is the rule for adding fractions with LIKE denominators?

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When adding fractions with like denominators, you keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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What is the rule for subtracting fractions with LIKE denominators?

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When subtracting fractions with like denominators, you keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators.

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True or false: You can add fractions with UNLIKE denominators without any changes.

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False. You must find a common denominator before adding.

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What is a LIKE denominator?

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Like denominators are denominators that are the same in two or more fractions.

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What is an UNLIKE denominator?

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Unlike denominators are denominators that are different in two or more fractions.

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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.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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Give an example of two fractions with LIKE denominators.

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Examples include 1/4 and 3/4, both have a denominator of 4.

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Give an example of two fractions with UNLIKE denominators.

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Examples include 1/3 and 1/4, with denominators of 3 and 4.

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

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The first step is to find a common denominator.