Adding and Subtracting Fractions & Mixed #s Morning Work Review

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What must you do first in order to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

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Find a common denominator.

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Why can't we just add the numerators and denominators if we need to add two fractions with different denominators?

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Because the size of the pieces is different.

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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 and a denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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You can find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.