Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like/Unlike Denominators

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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 in fractions?

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Like denominators are when two or more fractions have the same bottom number (denominator).

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators in fractions?

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Unlike denominators are when two or more fractions have different bottom numbers (denominators).

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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How do you subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

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To subtract fractions with unlike denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is the first step in adding or subtracting fractions?

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The first step is to check if the denominators are the same (like) or different (unlike).

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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 or subtracted.

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