When you add fractions, you are combining two or more fractional parts together to get a single fraction. To add fractions with the same denominator, you simply add the numerators together and keep the denominator the same. For example:
1/4 + 3/4 = (1+3)/4 = 4/4 = 1
When adding fractions with different denominators, you need to find a common denominator before adding. Once you have a common denominator, you can add the numerators together and keep the denominator the same. For example:
1/3 + 1/6 = 2/6 + 1/6 = 3/6 = 1/2
Remember, the key to adding fractions is to ensure that the denominators are the same before adding the numerators together. With practice, you'll become more comfortable and confident in adding fractions.
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