Adding/Subtracting Fractions

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When adding and subtracting fractions, what needs to be the same?

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The denominator

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What is the bottom number of a fraction called?

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Denominator

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What number could be a common denominator for these two fractions: 1/5 and 5/6?

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30

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

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Find a common denominator.

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What is the process of finding a common denominator called?

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Finding the least common multiple (LCM).