Adding fractions

Question 1

Define adding fractions.

Answer 1

Combining two or more fractions to get a single fraction result.

Question 2

True or false: You can add fractions with different denominators directly.

Answer 2

FALSE

You must find a common denominator before adding.

Question 3

Fill in the blank: To add fractions, first find a common _______.

Answer 3

denominator

Question 4

What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

Answer 4

The smallest multiple shared by the denominators of two or more fractions.

Question 5

What do you do after finding the common denominator?

Answer 5

Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the common denominator.

Question 6

True or false: The numerators are added after adjusting denominators.

Answer 6

TRUE

Add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

Question 7

Fill in the blank: After adding, simplify the fraction to its _______.

Answer 7

lowest terms

Question 8

Define mixed number.

Answer 8

A number consisting of an integer and a proper fraction.

Question 9

What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

Answer 9

Convert them to improper fractions before adding.

Question 10

Fill in the blank: The sum of 1/4 and 3/4 is _______.

Answer 10

1