Word Problems Involving Adding and Subtracting Related Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators. For example, 1/4 + 2/4 = (1+2)/4 = 3/4.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators. For example, 3/5 - 1/5 = (3-1)/5 = 2/5.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find the least common denominator (LCD), convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the LCD, then add the numerators.

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find the least common denominator (LCD), convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the LCD, then subtract the numerators.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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What is the process to find the total amount when adding fractions?

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To find the total amount when adding fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, add the numerators, and simplify if necessary.

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What is the process to find the remaining amount when subtracting fractions?

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To find the remaining amount when subtracting fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, subtract the numerators, and simplify if necessary.