Adding and subtracting fractions

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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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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with that denominator, and then add the numerators.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share, used to simplify the addition or subtraction of fractions.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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The first step in adding fractions is to find a common denominator.

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How do you subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, find a common denominator, convert the fractions to equivalent fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is the sum of 2/3 and 1/6?

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The sum of 2/3 and 1/6 is 5/6.

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What is the result of 3/7 + 2/21?

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The result of 3/7 + 2/21 is 11/21.

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What is the sum of 4/5 and 1/2?

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The sum of 4/5 and 1/2 is 17/10 or 1 7/10.

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How do you convert 4/5 to a fraction with a denominator of 10?

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To convert 4/5 to a fraction with a denominator of 10, multiply both the numerator and denominator by 2 to get 8/10.

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What is the difference between 3/7 and 1/8?

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The difference between 3/7 and 1/8 is 17/56.