Add Unlike Fractions Word Problems

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What is an unlike fraction?

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Unlike fractions are fractions that have different denominators.

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How do you add unlike fractions?

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To add unlike fractions, find a common denominator, convert each fraction, and then add the numerators.

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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.

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What is the first step in adding unlike fractions?

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The first step is to find the least common denominator (LCD) of the fractions.

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The common denominator is 4.

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