adding and subtracting fractions on level review 1

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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). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the numerator and 2 is the denominator.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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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, which is a multiple of both denominators.

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How do you find a common denominator for 1/3 and 1/4?

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 2 1/2 is a mixed number.

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

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What is the process to subtract mixed numbers?

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Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract, and convert back if necessary.

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Solve: 3 1/4 - 1 4/5

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