Adding Fractions

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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 (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does it mean to add fractions?

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Adding fractions involves combining two or more fractions to find a total. This often requires a common denominator.

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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, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that is common to the denominators of the fractions involved.

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

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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When adding fractions with the same denominator, simply add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the result of 1/2 + 1/2?

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1/2 + 1/2 = 2/2 = 1.

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What is the result of 3/4 + 1/4?

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3/4 + 1/4 = 4/4 = 1.