Operations with Fractions of 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 for fractions to have like denominators?

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Fractions have like denominators when they share the same bottom number, making it easier to add or subtract them.

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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 a mixed number?

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

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 2/4?

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The sum of 1/4 and 2/4 is 3/4.

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What is 3 1/2 + 2 1/2?

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3 1/2 + 2 1/2 = 6.

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What is 5/8 - 3/8?

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5/8 - 3/8 = 2/8, which simplifies to 1/4.