Adding Fractions Using Lowest Common Denominator (Bar Diagram) (

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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 term 'denominator' mean?

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The denominator is the bottom part of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the term 'numerator' mean?

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The numerator is the top part of a fraction that indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.

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What is the lowest common denominator (LCD)?

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

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How do you find the lowest common denominator of 1/4 and 1/3?

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The LCD of 1/4 and 1/3 is 12.

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What is the lowest common denominator of 5/6 and 2/3?

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The LCD of 5/6 and 2/3 is 6.

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

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Find the lowest common denominator (LCD) for the fractions.