Add/Subtract Fractions (Unlike)

Front

What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

Back

Denominator

Front

What is the number on the top of a fraction called?

Back

Numerator

Front

What is the least common denominator of 1/2 and 3/7?

Back

14

Front

What is the result of 6/7 - 2/3?

Back

4/21

Front

What is the result of 8/9 - 1/3?

Back

5/9

Front

How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

Back

Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then add the numerators.

Front

What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

Fractions that represent the same value, e.g., 1/2 = 2/4.

Front

What is an improper fraction?

Back

A fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator, e.g., 5/3.

Front

What is a mixed number?

Back

A whole number combined with a proper fraction, e.g., 1 1/2.

Front

How do you subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

Back

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