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

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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?
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Unlike denominators are when the denominators of two or more fractions are different.
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How do you find the least common denominator (LCD)?
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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.
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What is the first step in adding or subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
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The first step is to find the least common denominator (LCD).
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What is the second step after finding the LCD?
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The second step is to convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD.
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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?
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When adding fractions with the same denominator, you add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.
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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?
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When subtracting fractions with the same denominator, you subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.
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