Fractions can be added in different ways: When the denominators are the same, add the numerators. Sometimes the final answer can be simplified. close simplify (a fraction)To reduce a fraction to ...

Use visual fraction models to add and subtract fractions with the same denominators.

There's a helpful shortcut worth remembering: if your fractions already share the same denominator, you can skip straight to adding or subtracting the numerators. No LCD hunting required.

Another sticking point for many students is adding fractions with different denominators—for example, coming up with 11/12 when asked to add 3/5 and 8/7.

Have you ever tried to add or subtract fractions that have different denominators? It’s tricky, right? Join Ms. Susanna Post in this lesson to learn how to solve these types of challenging ...

Why do we need equal denominators to add and subtract fractions but not to multiply and divide them?