- Look at the denominators of the fractions.
- If the denominators are same then they are like fractions.
- While adding or subtracting two like fractions, the numerators are added or subtracted and the common denominator is written.
Example: 1/5 + 3/5
Since the denominators are same,just add the numerators .
Answer: 4/5
Example: 3/12 - 1/12
Since the denominators are same,just subtract the numerators.
Answer: 2/12
Directions: Add or subtract the following. Also write at least ten examples of your own.
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