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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CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you subtract fractions with different denominators?

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To subtract fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then subtract the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.2

CCSS.5.NF.A.1

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What is the sum of 3/9 and 1/3?

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2/3

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the sum of 4/5 and 3/20?

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17/20

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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What is the result of 3/7 + 2/21?

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11/21

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the result of 3/7 - 1/8?

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17/56

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C