Adding & Subtracting Fractions w/ Unlike Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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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 does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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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, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share. It is used to add or subtract fractions.

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The first step is to find the least common denominator (LCD) of 8 and 3, which is 24.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with. It involves reducing the fraction to its lowest terms.