Solving Problems by adding /subtracting with unlike denominators

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What are unlike fractions?

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Fractions with different numbers on the bottom (denominators).

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What should you think of when you see unlike denominators?

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Red flag.

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Which phrase indicates you will use addition to solve a problem?

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How many altogether.

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What does 'HOW MUCH' indicate in a math problem?

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Add.

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What represents the top part of a fraction?

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Numerator.

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What represents the bottom part of a fraction?

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Denominator.

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

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Find a common denominator.

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What do you do after finding a common denominator?

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Convert the fractions.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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A fraction that represents the same value as another fraction.

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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Convert to common denominators, then add the numerators.