Adding Fractions

Front

What is the number on the top of a fraction called?

Back

Numerator

Front

What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

Back

Denominator

Front

What do you need to find to add fractions with different denominators?

Back

Least Common Denominator (LCD)

Front

Solve: 1/4 + 1/2 using the least common denominator.

Back

3/4

Front

What is the sum of 6 2/5 + 4 1/5?

Back

10 3/5

Front

Add the fractions: 2/3 + 1/4. What is the result?

Back

11/12

Front

What is 3/9 + 4/9?

Back

7/9

Front

What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

A fraction that represents the same value as another fraction.

Front

How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place over the original denominator.

Front

What is the first step in adding fractions?

Back

Find a common denominator.