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 it mean to have like denominators?

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Like denominators mean that the denominators of the fractions are the same.

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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?

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Check if the denominators are the same.

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