Adding and Subtracting Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 7/5.

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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 a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 2/5.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the sum of 3/6 and 2/6?

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The sum is 5/6.

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What is the difference between 5/9 and 1/9?

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The difference is 4/9.

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What is the sum of 1/12 and 10/12?

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The sum is 11/12.

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What is the difference between 7/8 and 1/8?

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The difference is 6/8 or 3/4.