Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like Denominators

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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 have like denominators?

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Like denominators are when two or more fractions have the same denominator, making it easier to add or subtract them.

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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To add fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and add the numerators.

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What is the sum of 2/12 + 3/12?

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5/12

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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To subtract fractions with like denominators, keep the denominator the same and subtract the numerators.

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What is the difference of 9/10 - 3/10?

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6/10 or 3/5 when simplified.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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Simplifying a fraction means reducing it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is 4/12 simplified?

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1/3

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What is the sum of 2/8 + 4/8?

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6/8 or 3/4 when simplified.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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Ensure the fractions have like denominators.