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, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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The first step in subtracting fractions is to ensure they have a common denominator.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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Convert the improper fraction 10/8 to a mixed number.

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10/8 can be converted to the mixed number 1 2/8 or simplified to 1 1/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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What is the result of 3/9 + 1/3?

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The result of 3/9 + 1/3 is 2/3.