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 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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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions being subtracted.

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is the result of 7/8 - 7/12?

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7/24.

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What is the result of 3/5 + 3/10?

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9/10.

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What is the result of 11/12 - 1/4?

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2/3.

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What is the result of 2 2/3 + 9 4/5?

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12 7/15.

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What is the result of 3/4 - 2/3?

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1/12.