Adding & Subtracting Fractions

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What must you have to add and subtract fractions?

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Common denominators

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What is the least common denominator for 6/7 and 1/2?

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14

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5/12 + 1/3

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3/4

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7/8 - 5/6

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1/24

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Is this a correct answer? 5/12 + 1/3 = 6/12

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No, you cannot add unlike denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator over a denominator.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction, indicating the total number of equal parts.

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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.