Adding and Subtracting Fractions EQ: WHAT ARE THE STEPS FOR ADDING AND SUBTRACTING FRACTIONS
Common Denominators Add 3 and 1 = 4 Answer = Reduce = To add or subtract fractions with common denominators simply add or subtract the numerator. The denominator stays the same. + Add 3 and 1 = 4 Answer = Reduce =
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WHAT HAPPENS NEXT???
BORROWING
BORROWING
Different Denominators Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD). Add or Subtract the numerator. REDUCE.
Practice x2 x3 + LCD = 6
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FIND LCD x 1 8 x 4 -
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FIND LCD x5 40 x8 +
Estimating HINT: Half the denominator If numerator is same or higher then round up to next whole number If numerator is lower then keep the whole number and take away the fraction
Practice 1 6
Practice 13
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