Adding and Subtracting Fractions Uncommon

Solve.

• 5/8

• 23/40

• 21/40

• 1/2

What is the third step in adding or subtracting fractions?

• Add the numerators

• Multiply the numerators

• Divide the denominators

• Find a common denominator

What is the first step for adding or subtracting fractions?

• Add or subtract the numerators

• Ensure the fractions have the same denominator

• Simplify the resulting fraction

• Find a common denominator

What should be done after finding a common denominator?

• Multiply the denominators

• Add or subtract the numerators

• Multiply the numerators

• Divide the denominators

What are the steps for adding fractions with a common denominator?

• Find a common numerator, subtract the denominators, simplify if necessary

• Find a common denominator, subtract the numerators, simplify if necessary

• Find a common numerator, add the denominators, simplify if necessary

• Find a common denominator, add the numerators, simplify if necessary

What is the third step for adding or subtracting fractions?

• Add or subtract the numerators

• Find a common denominator

• Simplify the resulting fraction

• Ensure the fractions have the same denominator

What is the process of finding a common denominator for fractions?

• Find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators

• Ensure the fractions have the same denominator

• Add or subtract the numerators

• Divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD)

Why is it important to understand how to add and subtract fractions?

• To solve mathematical problems

• To confuse your classmates

• To impress your friends

• To win a math competition

What is the concept of a common denominator?

• A denominator that is uncommon to all fractions

• A denominator that is common to all fractions

• A denominator that is equal to the difference of the numerators

• A denominator that is equal to the sum of the numerators

1/8 + 3/5 =

• 3/40

• 4/8

• 1/2

• 29/40