Adding Fractions

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What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

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Denominator

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

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Find the least common denominator.

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What do you do with the numerators when adding fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators.

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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Fractions that represent the same value.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The number on the top of a fraction.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The smallest number that can be a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor.