What is a fraction?
Adding & Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 adding fractions with unlike denominators?
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The first step is to find a common denominator for the fractions.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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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 to create equivalent fractions with the common denominator.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the process for adding fractions?
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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the common denominator. 3. Add the numerators and keep the common denominator.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the process for subtracting fractions?
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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the common denominator. 3. Subtract the numerators and keep the common denominator.
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