Explain why it is necessary to have a common denominator when adding fractions.

To add fractions, the parts must refer to the same whole, which is indicated by the denominator. A common denominator ensures that the fractions represent parts of the same whole.

Adding Fractions with Different Bottom Numbers

Name: Adding Fractions with Different Bottom Numbers
Author: Insta~Lesson

6th Grade · Math · 50 min

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I can add fractions with unlike denominators by finding a common denominator.

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