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 do you need to do before adding or subtracting fractions?

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You must have a common denominator for both fractions.

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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.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators together and keep the denominator the same.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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Subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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Convert the improper fraction 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.