Adding and Subtracting Fractions with unlike denominators

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What is a fraction?

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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What is the first step in adding fractions with unlike denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator of each fraction by the necessary factor to make the denominators equal.

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What is the process for adding fractions?

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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert each fraction. 3. Add the numerators. 4. Simplify if necessary.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is a mixed number?

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.