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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What does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are when the bottom numbers of two or more fractions are different.

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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest number that is a multiple of two or more numbers.

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

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

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator of each fraction by the same number to make the denominators equal.

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

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3/4

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What is the common denominator for 1/2 and 2/4?

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4

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What is the common denominator for 3/9 and 1/3?

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9

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What is the common denominator for 5/10 and 2/15?

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30