When I add or subtract fractions, first I must convert the

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Omar Ellison

Mathematics

24 July, 10:42

When I add or subtract fractions, first I must convert the

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Cason · Answer 1

You must convert either one or both fractions so they can have common denominators

Violet Bishop · Answer 2

Whenever you add or subtract fractions you have to have the denominators the same so that the numerator is of the same value system.

For example you have 8/16 - 8/32

If you were you to subtract it without changing denominators to the same it would be equal to zero but when you change them to the same denominator

16/32 - 8/32 then the answer would be 8/32.