Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like 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 is a numerator?

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

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What is a denominator?

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The denominator is the number below the bar in a fraction, indicating how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does it mean to add fractions with like denominators?

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

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What is 1/4 + 2/4?

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What is 2/8 + 3/8?

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What is 38/50 + 7/50?

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What is 7/7 - 5/7?

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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Ensure the denominators are the same; if they are not, find a common denominator.