adding and subtracting fractions

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What is a fraction?

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction and represents how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction and represents the total number of equal parts the whole is divided into.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is an improper fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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