5th grade add and subtract fractions with unlike denominator

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are denominators that are not the same in two or more fractions.

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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How do you subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

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To subtract fractions with unlike denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is the least common multiple (LCM)?

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

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the sum of 1/4 and 1/2?

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3/4

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What is the difference between 3/5 and 1/5?

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2/5

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What is the sum of 2/3 and 1/6?

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5/6