Adding Fractions with Like Denominators

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What are like denominators?

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Like denominators are when two or more fractions have the same denominator.

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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Add the numerators together and keep the same denominator.

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Can you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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No, you cannot add unlike denominators directly.

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

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Identify that the denominators are the same.

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