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When adding two or more unlike fractions, yes.

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Q: Does the denominator have to be the same when adding a fraction?
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Does adding the same nonzero number to the numerator and denominator of a fraction produce an equivalent fraction?

No because the numerator and the denominator must be multiplied or divided by the same number for a given equivalent fraction


How can you change a mix number to a fraction?

by multiplying the denominator with the whole number and adding the numerator. the denominator will remain the same.


How do you solve a fraction problem when you don't have the same denominator?

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Can you have a smaller denominator in adding a fraction?

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What are the step in subtracting disimilar fraction?

Same as for adding: If the denominators are not equal, you must first find a common denominator, then convert both fractions to that common denominator.


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What is the lowest common denominator for seven in adding a fraction?

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When adding a fraction what is the lowest common denominator of seven?

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How do you find a fraction with the same denominator?

Simply change the numerator and you will have another - different - fraction wit the same denominator.


What is similar fraction?

Similiar fractions are fractions that have the same denominator.


If two fractions have the same numerator but different denominators is the fraction with the greater denominator greater than or less than the fraction with the lesser denominator?

When the numerators are the same, the fraction with the higher denominator is less than the fraction with the lower denominator. The denominator indicates the size of the "parts" being shown as a fraction, and the higher the denominator, the smaller those parts are!