When adding 2 fractions with the same denominators, add their numerators and keep the denominator the same.
1️⃣ Add their numerators.
2️⃣ Then copy the denominator.
Now, we have our answer.
Remember: We never add the denominators. 🚫
These fractions all have like, or the same, denominators.
1️⃣ So we just add their numerators.
2️⃣ And copy the denominator.
Tip: You can add more than 3 fractions with like denominators using the same steps.
When subtracting 2 fractions with the same denominators, subtract their numerators, and keep the same denominator.
1️⃣ Subtract their numerators.
2️⃣ Then copy the denominator.
Great work.
Tip: improper fractions have numerators greater than their denominators.
You can add or subtract improper fractions with like denominators using the same steps.
1️⃣ Add the numerators.
2️⃣ Copy the denominator.
We can simplify this.
16/4 = 4
Tip: This is the same as 16 ÷ 4 = 4.
Our final answer is 4.
Next, let's try subtracting improper fractions.
Follow the same steps.
1️⃣ Subtract the numerators.
2️⃣ Copy the denominator.
The final answer is 7/9.
Excellent work reviewing how to add and subtract fractions with like denominators. 👏
Now, let's practice.