Adding and subtracting like denominators flashcard

Front

Back

Front

Back

Front

Back

Front

When adding or subtracting fractions, we DO NOT add or subtract the _____________.

Back

denominators

Front

Back

1

Front

What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole, consisting of a numerator and a denominator.

Front

What is a numerator?

Back

The numerator is the top part of a fraction that indicates how many parts we have.

Front

What is a denominator?

Back

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

Front

What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

Back

To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

Front

Back