Adding and subtracting 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 fractions?

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Adding fractions means combining the parts represented by the fractions. If the denominators are the same, add the numerators and keep the denominator. If they are different, find a common denominator first.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the sum of 1/3 + 1/3?

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2/3

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What is the sum of 2/6 + 2/6?

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2/3

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If Kylee has 1 cup of chocolate chips and adds 4/6 to her ice cream, how much is left?

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1/3 or 2/6

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How do you subtract fractions?

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To subtract fractions, if the denominators are the same, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator. If they are different, find a common denominator first.

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What is the difference between 4/5 and 2/5?

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2/5

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What is the difference between 6/8 and 2/8?

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4/8 or 1/2