Add and Subtract fractions and Mixed numbers

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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 is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 1/2.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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What is the first step when adding or subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?

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Find a common denominator.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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What do you need to have in order to add or subtract fractions?

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Common denominators.