Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Front

What is the first step when adding or subtracting fractions?

Back

Find a common denominator.

Front

What is 2/4 - 1/3?

Back

2/12.

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What is the simplified fraction for 6/12?

Back

1/2.

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

A fraction with the numerator larger than the denominator.

Front

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

Back

Multiply the whole number times the denominator and add the numerator.

Front

What is a common denominator?

Back

A common multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

Front

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

Back

1/2.

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What is the difference between 3/5 and 1/5?

Back

2/5.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

Back

Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then add.

Front

What is the least common multiple (LCM) of 4 and 6?

Back

12.