Re-do Adding and Subtracting fractions like denominators flashcard

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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What does it mean to add fractions with like denominators?

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When adding fractions with like denominators, you keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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

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4/6, which simplifies to 2/3.

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What is the result of 15/16 - 12/16?

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3/16.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is 2/12 + 3/12?

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5/12.

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What should you do at the end of a fraction addition or subtraction problem?

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You should simplify the result if possible.

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What is the sum of 15/20 and 3/20?

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18/20, which simplifies to 9/10.

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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, used to add or subtract them.

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What is the difference between the numerators and denominators in a fraction?

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The numerator indicates how many parts are being considered, while the denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.