Visualizing and Adding Fractions

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What is a whole number?

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A whole number is a number without fractions or decimals, including zero.

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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 and a denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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

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What happens to the numerator when adding fractions with the same denominator?

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The numerator is added together while the denominator remains the same.

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What happens to the denominator when adding fractions with different denominators?

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The denominators must be made the same (common denominator) before adding.

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Can fractions with different denominators be added directly?

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No, fractions with different denominators cannot be added directly.

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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.