Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Like/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 for fractions to have like denominators?

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Fractions have like denominators when they share the same denominator, allowing for direct addition or subtraction of their numerators.

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What does it mean for fractions to have unlike denominators?

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Fractions have unlike denominators when they have different denominators, requiring a common denominator to be found before adding or subtracting.

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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.

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What is the first step in subtracting 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 add fractions with like denominators?

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

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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

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What is the process for adding fractions with unlike denominators?

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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the common denominator. 3. Add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the process for subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?

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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the common denominator. 3. Subtract the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 2/4?

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The simplified form of 2/4 is 1/2.