Add/Subtract Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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How do you subtract fractions?

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

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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What is the process for simplifying fractions?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What does it mean for one fraction to be greater than another?

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A fraction is greater than another if its value is larger when both fractions are expressed with a common denominator.

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What is the sum of 1/5 and 3 2/3?

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The sum is 4 1/3.

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What is 9 - 4 1/3?

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The result is 4 2/3.