Add and Subtract 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 is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (the number of parts) and 'b' is the denominator (the total number of equal parts).

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What does it mean to add fractions with like denominators?

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Adding fractions with like denominators means you keep the denominator the same and add the numerators together.

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What is the sum of 2/10 and 7/10?

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The sum is 9/10.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor.

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What is 2/6 + 1/6?

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The sum is 3/6, which simplifies to 1/2.

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What fraction of a pizza is left if 7/10 is eaten?

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If 7/10 is eaten, then 3/10 is left.

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If Kelly has a chocolate bar and 2/5 is eaten, how much is left?

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If 2/5 is eaten, then 3/5 of the chocolate bar is left.

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What is the difference between 5/8 and 3/8?

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The difference is 2/8, which simplifies to 1/4.

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What is a common denominator?

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

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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.