Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Uncommon 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 uncommon denominators in fractions?

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Uncommon denominators mean that the denominators of the fractions are different, making it necessary to find a common denominator to add or subtract them.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.

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1/2 + 1/5 = ?

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7/10

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions with uncommon denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.

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3/4 - 3/5 = ?

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3/20

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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Simplify 25/50.

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1/2

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1/8 + 3/5 = ?

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29/40