How to add fraction with unlike denominators and get improper answers

The video tutorial explains how to add fractions with unlike denominators and handle improper fractions. It begins with an introduction to the concept, followed by a detailed explanation of finding common denominators. Two examples are provided: adding 5/6 and 1/2, and adding 3/8 and 7/9. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of equivalent fractions and demonstrates how to convert fractions to have the same denominator. It concludes with a discussion on improper fractions, highlighting that having more parts than a whole is acceptable.

What is the first step in adding fractions with unlike denominators?

• Convert them to decimals.

• Add the numerators directly.

• Find a common denominator.

• Multiply the fractions.

When converting 1/2 to have a denominator of 6, what is the equivalent fraction?

• 2/6

• 4/6

• 1/6

• 3/6

What is an improper fraction?

• A fraction with a denominator of 1.

• A fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator.

• A fraction where the numerator is smaller than the denominator.

• A fraction that cannot be simplified.

What is the common denominator for the fractions 3/8 and 7/9?

• 72

• 64

• 81

• 56

What is the result of adding 27/72 and 56/72?

• 27/56

• 83/72

• 83/144

• 56/27