Bell Ringer 12/04/24 and 12/05/24

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

Back

The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you find the least common denominator for 1/3 and 1/4?

Back

The least common denominator for 1/3 and 1/4 is 12.

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What is the Butterfly Method in fraction addition?

Back

The Butterfly Method involves cross-multiplying the numerators and denominators to find a common denominator.

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Solve: 1/4 + 1/2

Back

3/4

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What is the sum of 7/7 and 2/7?

Back

1 2/7

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

Back

To add fractions with different denominators, find the least common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is a fraction?

Back

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 is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

Back

The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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Solve: 2/3 + 7/12

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15/12