Adding Fractions

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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 like denominators?

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Like denominators are when two or more fractions have the same denominator, making it easier to add or subtract them.

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are when two or more fractions have different denominators, requiring a common denominator to add or subtract them.

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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To add fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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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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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing for addition or subtraction.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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The first step is to determine if the fractions have like or unlike denominators.

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

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The sum is 3/4.

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

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The sum is 5/6.

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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.