Adding and Subtracting Fractions With Unlike Denominators

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a fraction?
Back
A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).
Tags
CCSS.3.NF.A.1
CCSS.3.NF.A.2B
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What does it mean to have unlike denominators?
Back
Unlike denominators are denominators that are not the same. For example, in the fractions 1/4 and 1/3, 4 and 3 are unlike denominators.
Tags
CCSS.4.NF.A.2
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?
Back
To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator, convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with that denominator, and then add the numerators.
Tags
CCSS.5.NF.A.1
CCSS.5.NF.A.2
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the least common denominator (LCD)?
Back
The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share. It is used to find a common denominator for adding or subtracting fractions.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How do you find the least common denominator of 3 and 4?
Back
The least common denominator of 3 and 4 is 12, as it is the smallest multiple that both 3 and 4 can divide into evenly.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the first step in subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
Back
The first step in subtracting fractions with unlike denominators is to find a common denominator.
Tags
CCSS.5.NF.A.1
CCSS.5.NF.A.2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
If you have 1/2 and 1/3, what is the common denominator?
Back
The common denominator for 1/2 and 1/3 is 6.
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