Fraction Operations

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What is the sum of 2/4 and 3/8?

Back

To add 2/4 and 3/8, first convert 2/4 to 4/8. Then, 4/8 + 3/8 = 7/8.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is a common denominator?

Back

A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What happens when you add integers with the same sign?

Back

When adding integers with the same sign, the sum retains that sign.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the result of 1/6 + 2/6?

Back

1/6 + 2/6 = 3/6, which simplifies to 1/2.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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

Back

To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the process for subtracting fractions?

Back

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

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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What is the first step in solving a fraction addition problem?

Back

The first step is to check if the fractions have the same denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the result of adding -5 1/4 and 2 6/9?

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The result is -2 7/12.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the importance of simplifying fractions?

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Simplifying fractions makes them easier to understand and work with, and it helps in finding equivalent fractions.