Adding & Subtracting Fractions (Negative & Positive)

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Define a fraction.

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What does it mean to subtract a negative fraction?

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Subtracting a negative fraction is equivalent to adding its positive counterpart.

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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 fractions with different denominators?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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What is the result of adding two fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators and keep the same denominator.