Adding and Subtracting Fractions

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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).

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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, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you find a common denominator for adding fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators of the fractions being added.

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What is the sum of 1/6 and 1/12?

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1/6 + 1/12 = 1/4.

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What is the difference between 7/8 and 7/12?

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7/8 - 7/12 = 7/24.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with a common denominator, then add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the mixed number representation of 5 5/8?

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5 5/8 is a mixed number that combines a whole number (5) and a fraction (5/8).

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How do you subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, ensure they have a common denominator, then subtract the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is 5 5/8 - 3 2/8?

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5 5/8 - 3 2/8 = 2 3/8.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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The first step in adding fractions is to find a common denominator.