Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators Flashcard

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What is a fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator, convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with that denominator, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions. It allows you to add or subtract fractions easily.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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

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The first step is to find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators to determine the common denominator.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2