Adding Fractions

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  1	1	+	1	=
  	6		2

  
  

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  STEP 1: Convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions.

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  If a fraction has a whole number attached to it, then they can be converted into an improper fraction.

  
  

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  STEP 2: Convert the fractions to like denominators.

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  Find the LCD of the fractions.

  
  

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  STEP 3: Convert the fractions.

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  If a fraction already has the LCD for its denominator, then it does not need to be converted.

  
  

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  STEP 4: Add the fractions

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  Both fractions have been converted with like denominators and can now be added.