5.3H

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is a multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be compared or added.

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CCSS.4.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, list the multiples of each denominator and identify the smallest multiple that appears in both lists.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple (LCM) is the smallest multiple that two or more numbers share.

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What is the LCM of 3 and 4?

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The LCM of 3 and 4 is 12.

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How do you convert a fraction to an equivalent fraction?

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To convert a fraction to an equivalent fraction, multiply both the numerator and the denominator by the same non-zero number.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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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 are different.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What fraction of paper has Mr. Barragan used if he used 1/4 each week for 3 weeks?

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Mr. Barragan has used 3/4 of the paper.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.5B

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If 1/3 = __/30, what is the missing numerator?

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The missing numerator is 10.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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What is the process to 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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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the importance of finding a common denominator in fraction operations?

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Finding a common denominator is important because it allows fractions to be easily compared, added, or subtracted.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2