Flashcard Adding Unlike Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 \frac{1}{2}.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is an unlike fraction?

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Unlike fractions are fractions that have different denominators, such as \frac{1}{4} and \frac{1}{6}.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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How do you find a common denominator for unlike fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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The least common multiple is the smallest number that is a multiple of two or more numbers.

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, convert them to equivalent fractions with a common denominator, then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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

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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, such as \frac{2}{5}.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as \frac{5}{4}.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is a whole number?

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A whole number is a non-negative integer, including zero, such as 0, 1, 2, 3.