Adding and Subtracting Unlike Fractions

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What is the first step in adding or subtracting unlike fractions?

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Find a common denominator for the fractions.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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Identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 3 and 6?

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The LCM of 3 and 6 is 6.

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How do you convert a fraction to an equivalent fraction with a different denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number to create an equivalent fraction.

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What is 1/3 expressed with a denominator of 6?

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1/3 is equivalent to 2/6.

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What is the process for adding fractions with unlike denominators?

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Convert both fractions to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then add the numerators.

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What is the process for subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?

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Convert both fractions to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then subtract the numerators.

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What is the simplified form of 7/21?

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The simplified form of 7/21 is 1/3.

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

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

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What is the sum of 3/4 and 2/8?

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The sum of 3/4 and 2/8 is 1.