Add unlike fractions

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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 add unlike fractions?

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Adding unlike fractions means to combine fractions that have different denominators.

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How do you find a common denominator for 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 unlike fractions?

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

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What is the formula for adding fractions?

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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