Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators Flashcard

Front

What is the least common denominator (LCD) for the fractions 1/3 and 2/5?

Back

The least common denominator for 1/3 and 2/5 is 15.

Front

What are like denominators for the fractions 3/4 and 2/7?

Back

The like denominators for 3/4 and 2/7 are 28.

Front

How do you subtract the fractions 7/8 and 2/9?

Back

7/8 - 2/9 = 53/72.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you add the fractions 2/5 and 1/3?

Back

2/5 + 1/3 = 11/15.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the least common denominator (LCD) for the fractions 3/7 and 4/9?

Back

The least common denominator for 3/7 and 4/9 is 63.

Front

Define least common denominator (LCD).

Back

The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator and a denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

Back

The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

Front

What is the denominator in a fraction?

Back

The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you convert fractions to like denominators?

Back

To convert fractions to like denominators, find the least common multiple of the denominators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2