Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the numerator and 2 is the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number, where 2 is the whole number and 1/3 is the fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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The first step in subtracting fractions is to ensure they have the same denominator. If they do not, find a common denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions. It is used to add or subtract fractions.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/4 and 1/6?

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D