Add Subtract Rational Numbers

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What is a rational number?

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A rational number is any number that can be expressed as the quotient or fraction of two integers, where the denominator is not zero.

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How do you subtract two rational numbers?

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To subtract two rational numbers, find a common denominator, convert the fractions if necessary, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is the difference between -7/8 and -1/2?

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-3/8

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Calculate the result of subtracting -3/5 from 2/3.

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19/15

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What is the difference between 5/8 and 1/4?

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3/8

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What is the difference between 3/4 and -1/3?

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13/12

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, find a common denominator, add the fractions, and convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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Find the sum of 1 1/2 and 2 3/4.

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4 1/4

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What is the first step in adding or subtracting fractions?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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

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1/2