Add and Subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators

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What is a mixed number?

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

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What does it mean to have unlike denominators?

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Unlike denominators are when the denominators of two or more fractions are different, such as 1/4 and 1/3.

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator, then convert the fractions, and finally add the numerators.

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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.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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When adding fractions, what do you do with the denominators?

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You keep the denominators the same after finding a common denominator.

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What is the result of 1/2 + 1/3?

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The result is 5/6 after finding a common denominator of 6.

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What is the result of 2/5 - 1/10?

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The result is 3/10 after finding a common denominator of 10.

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What is the importance of equivalent fractions in adding and subtracting?

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Equivalent fractions help to find a common denominator by showing different ways to express the same value.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.