What is the first step when adding or subtracting fractions with variables?

Adding and Subtracting Fractions with Variables

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Sophia Harris
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Multiply the numerators
Subtract the numerators
Add the denominators
Find a common denominator
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the least common denominator for fractions with denominators 2 and 5?
5
2
10
15
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
In the first example, what is the equivalent fraction of 4/5 with a denominator of 10?
8/10
4/10
2/10
5/10
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
When adding fractions with variables, why can't you simplify across addition?
Because the fractions are already simplified
Because of the plus sign
Because the numerators are not like terms
Because the denominators are different
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is it important to write the variable term first in the numerator?
It is a mathematical rule
It is a stylistic preference
It simplifies the expression
It changes the value of the expression
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What operation is performed on the numerators when adding fractions with a common denominator?
Subtraction
Multiplication
Addition
Division
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the result of rewriting the expression 5 + 4x over 10 with the variable term first?
5 + 4x over 10
4 + 5x over 10
4x + 5 over 10
5x + 4 over 10
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