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To get the right answer when you add or subtract unlike fractions.
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Do you need a common denominator when subtracting fractions?
yes you should use a common denominator when subtracting with fractions, it makes it much easier.
Which operations don't require a common denominator?
Addition and subtraction are the only fraction operations that need a common denominator. Multiplication, division, and exponents do not need a common denominator. In fact, it is best to use reduced fractions otherwise it gets very messy.
Does division need a common denominator?
No, You only need a common denominator when adding or subtracting fractions.
Do you need a common denominator for all fractions before doing the order of operations?
You DO need a common denominator to add, subtract, or compare fractions. You DO NOT need a common denominator to multiply or divide fractions.
How do you get the common denominator for dividing fractions?
You don't need a common denominator to divide fractions.
How do you get the common denominator in dividing fraction?
You don't need a common denominator to divide fractions.
How do you use comparing mixed fractions?
Assuming the fractions are "normalized" (the fractional part is less than 1): First compare the integer part. If the integer part is the same, you need to compare the fractions. If the denominator of the fractions is different, you have to convert to a common denominator. The simplest way to find a common denominator is to multiply both denominators (i.e., you don't need the LEAST common denominator - any common denominator will do).
What is the least common denominator of 9?
You need at least two numbers to find a common denominator.
Do you need a common denominator for divison?
No.
Does NINETY have a common denominator?
You need at least two numbers to find something in common. 90 can be a common denominator of other numbers, but it can't have a common denominator all by itself.
What is the common denominator of fraction 4 5th?
You need at least two fractions to calculate a common denominator.
Do you need a common denominator for dividing fractions?
No only when adding or subtracting fractions a common denominator is needed
