Adding and Subtracting Fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction and represents how many parts we have.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction and represents how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the Least Common Denominator (LCD)?

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The Least Common Denominator is the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you find the Least Common Denominator of 1/5 and 2/10?

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The LCD of 1/5 and 2/10 is 10.

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What is the process to add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find the Least Common Denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the process to subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find the Least Common Denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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What is 1/2 + 5/8?

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1/2 + 5/8 = 6/8 or 3/4.

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What is 13/15 - 3/4?

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13/15 - 3/4 = 7/60.

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What is the difference between 1/2 and 1/6?

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1/2 - 1/6 = 1/3.