Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike 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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What are unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are denominators in fractions that are not the same. For example, in the fractions 1/4 and 1/3, the denominators 4 and 3 are unlike.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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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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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?

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

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you convert a fraction to an equivalent fraction?

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To convert a fraction to an equivalent fraction, multiply or divide both the numerator and the denominator by the same non-zero number.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

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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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 process for subtracting a fraction from a mixed number?

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Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, find a common denominator, and then subtract the fractions.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the result of 3/4 + 1/2?

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The result is 5/4 or 1 1/4 after finding a common denominator and adding.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2