5th Grade Adding Fractions

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What is the least common denominator (LCD) of two fractions?

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

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the number on the bottom of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator may be different.

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What is the sum of 1/3 and 4/9?

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7/9

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What is the sum of 8/10 and 3/5?

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1 4/10

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor.

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What does it mean to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Converting a mixed number to an improper fraction involves multiplying the whole number by the denominator, adding the numerator, and placing that result over the original denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.