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You need to find the least common multiple of their denominators.

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What must a fraction have before we add before we can add them?

They must have the same denominators.


How to add mixed fractions?

you can't add nor subtract mixed fractions so you need to turn it into a fraction, if you wanna turn a mixed fraction into a fraction you need to multiply the whole number by the denominator, then add the numerator, then you can multiply normally (make sure you simplify and turn it into a mixed fraction your answer)


What fraction is 15 minutes of a hour?

It is 15/60, which can be simplified, but probably best to see if you need to add or subtract other fractions of an hour before simplifying.


Why do you need to find the LCM of a fraction?

or else you cannot add or subtract them


Why do you need a denominator to add fractions?

Because it tells you how much the fraction is out of.


How do you add a negative fraction to a mixed fraction?

To add a negative fraction to a mixed fraction, first convert the mixed fraction to an improper fraction. Then, find a common denominator for both fractions. Next, add the numerators and keep the common denominator. Finally, simplify the resulting fraction if needed. If the negative fraction has a smaller absolute value than the mixed fraction, you may need to borrow or regroup to ensure proper subtraction.


What decimal fraction must be added to 495 to make 50?

You need to add -445


Do we need a fraction before we find a percent?

A percentage IS a fraction, so the question makes little sense.


How do you right 3.0 in as a fraction?

Before you can right it, you need to know what is wrong with it.


How do you add and subtract fractions in math?

You need common denominators. Then add or subtract the numerators. If the answer is an improper fraction it is common practice to reduce it to a mixed number.


How do you add a fraction?

To add two (or more) fractions together:Find a common denominator (bottom number) by multiplying both the numerator (top number) and the denominator as necessary.Add the numerators together, over the same denominator.Simplify the fraction, if need be, or for ease.


How do you add a mixed fraction by a mixed fraction?

You can either add the fractional parts and, if required, convert the answer to a mixed fraction and then add the integer part to the integer parts of the two original numbers; or change both numbers to top-heavy (or improper) fractions, add them and then convert the answer to a mixed fraction.