Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators

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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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What does it mean to have like denominators?

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Like denominators are when two or more fractions have the same bottom number (denominator).

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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To add fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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To subtract fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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Identify the fractions and ensure they have like denominators.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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Identify the fractions and ensure they have like denominators.

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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 example of adding fractions with like denominators?

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Example: 2/5 + 1/5 = (2+1)/5 = 3/5.

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What is an example of subtracting fractions with like denominators?

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Example: 4/7 - 2/7 = (4-2)/7 = 2/7.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 1/2.