Adding & Subtracting fractions as Integers

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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 involves finding a common denominator and then adding the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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What does it mean to subtract fractions?

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Subtracting fractions involves finding a common denominator and then subtracting the numerators while keeping the denominator the same.

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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 find 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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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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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 an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

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What is the process for adding mixed numbers?

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Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, find a common denominator, add the fractions, and convert back if necessary.

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What is the process for subtracting mixed numbers?

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Convert mixed numbers to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract the fractions, and convert back if necessary.