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How do we add or subtract fractions that have the same denominator?
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We add or subtract the numerators. The resulting sum or difference is written over the denominator
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How do we add or subtract fractions that have different denominator?
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If the denominators are different, it is necessary to rewrite the fractions using unit multipliers so they have the same denominator.
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What is a mixed number?
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A mixed number is the sum of a whole number and a fraction.
ie. 13¾ = 13 + ¾, not 13 x ¾ |
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How do we add and subtract mixed numbers?
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We add the whole numbers and the fractions separately, then add the differences back together. Sometimes in subtraction we must borrow a whole number to complete the subtraction of the fractions.
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Why is it impossible to draw a mathematical line?
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It is impossible to draw a mathematical line because a mathematical line is a straight line that has no width and no ends.
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How do we show the location of a mathematical line?
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To show the location of a mathematical line, we draw a pencil line and put arrowheads on both ends to emphasize that the mathematical line goes on and on in both directions. We name a line by naming two points on the line.
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What is a line segment?
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A line segment is a part of a line. It contains the endpoints and all points between the endpoints.
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How do we show the location of a line segment?
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To show the location of a line segment, we use a pencil line with no arrowheads. We name a segment by naming the endpoints of the segment.
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