When there are different denominators in fractions, to add them, it is necessary to find a common denominator. Usually this occurs by multiplying them, such as 1/3 + 1/2 would equal 2/6 + 3/6, which becomes 5/6.
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If the denominators are not the same, then you have to use equivalent fractions which do have a common denominator . To do this, you need to find the least common multiple (LCM) of the two denominators. To add fractions with unlike denominators, rename the fractions with a common denominator. Then add and simplify.
If the denominators are not the same, then you have to use equivalent fractions which do have a common denominator . To do this, you need to find the least common multiple (LCM) of the two denominators. To add fractions with unlike denominators, rename the fractions with a common denominator. Then add and simplify.
The denominators are different, so find the equivalent fractions using the LCD , then add the fractions with the denominators.
If the denominator is the same, you just add the numerators - just as with plain numbers.
You must have 2 fractions or more to have unlike fractions. They are fractions with different denominators such as 7/8 and 1/2. Like fractions would have the same denominator like 7/8 and 4/8.