4-1 Adding and Subtracting with like Denominators

1. If the denominators are the same: 1. Add the fractions. 2. Add the whole numbers. 3. Simplify. Reduce if possible; divide the numerator and denominator by the GCF. Write the answer in lowest terms. Examples: 1. + = 2. + = _____ 2. If the denominators are different: 1. Find common denominators, whatever you do to the denominator, bottom, you ... ................
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