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 add fractions?

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Adding fractions means combining two or more fractions to find a total or sum.

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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 them to be added together.

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/8 and 11/16?

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The least common denominator for 1/8 and 11/16 is 16.

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What is the sum of 1/8 and 11/16?

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The sum is 13/16.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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How do you add 2/3 and 2/9?

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Convert 2/3 to 6/9, then add: 6/9 + 2/9 = 8/9.

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What is the sum of 3/5 and 3/10?

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The sum is 9/10.

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How do you convert 1/3 to a fraction with a denominator of 18?

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1/3 can be converted to 6/18.

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What is the sum of 7/18 and 1/3?

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The sum is 13/18.