Add and Subtract Fractions with Same Denominator Flashcard

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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 the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator shows how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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

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What is the result of 3/9 - 2/9?

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1/9

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What is the result of 5/9 - 2/9?

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3/9

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What is the common denominator of 2/7 and 3/7?

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7

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If John had 3/4 of a pizza and ate 1/4, how much is left?

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1/2

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What is 3/4 - 1/4?

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1/2