Adding fractions with unlike 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 unlike denominators in fractions?

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Unlike denominators are denominators that are not the same. To add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators, you must first find a common denominator.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

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

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What is the first step in adding fractions with unlike denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.

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How do you convert fractions to have a common denominator?

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Multiply the numerator and denominator of each fraction by the same number so that both fractions have the common denominator.

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What is the process for adding fractions once they have a common denominator?

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Once the fractions have a common denominator, add the numerators together and keep the common denominator.

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What is the result of 3/10 + 2/5?

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The result is 7/10.

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What is the result of 2/5 + 1/4?

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The result is 13/20.

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What is the result of 5/6 + 2/6?

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The result is 1 and 1/6.

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What is the result of 3/8 + 2/8?

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The result is 5/8.