Adding and Subtracting Fractions - 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 unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are when the denominators of two or more fractions are different.

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How do you find the Least Common Denominator (LCD)?

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The LCD is the smallest number that is a multiple of both denominators.

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

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Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD) for the fractions.

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator of each fraction by the same number to make the denominators equal.

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What is the sum of 1/3 and 7/10?

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1 and 1/30.

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What is the sum of 3/4 and 2/6?

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13/12.

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What is the sum of 6/14 and 1/2?

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13/14.

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How do you add fractions?

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After finding a common denominator, add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the sum of 6/12 and 2/3?

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1 and 2/12 miles.