How to add two fractions with common denominators

The video tutorial covers the process of adding fractions, emphasizing the importance of having the same denominators. It demonstrates a basic problem, showing how to add numerators while keeping the denominator constant. The tutorial also explains how to simplify the resulting fraction by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor. The video concludes with a reminder to always simplify fractions to their simplest form.

Why is it important for the denominators to be the same when adding fractions?

• To make the fractions easier to multiply.

• To allow the fractions to be subtracted.

• To ensure the fractions are in simplest form.

• To ensure the numerators can be added directly.

What is the first step when adding fractions with the same denominators?

• Add the numerators.

• Divide the numerators.

• Multiply the numerators.

• Subtract the denominators.

After adding fractions, what should you do to the result?

• Convert to a decimal.

• Simplify the fraction.

• Multiply by the denominator.

• Add the denominators.

How can you simplify a fraction?

• By adding the numerator and denominator.

• By subtracting the numerator from the denominator.

• By dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.

• By multiplying the numerator and denominator by the same number.

What is the simplified form of 6/4?

• 3/4

• 2/3

• 3/2

• 4/3