Adding and Subtracting fractions and mixed numbers

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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 is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/4.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is an unlike denominator?

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Unlike denominators are denominators that are different from each other, such as 1/4 and 1/6.

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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, used to add or subtract them.

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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 first step to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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What is the result of 3 1/4 - 1 4/5?

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1 17/20.

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What is the result of 4/5 - 1/10?

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7/10.