Math Antics - Adding and Subtracting Fractions

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Math Antics teaches adding fractions by adding the top numbers and keeping the same denominator, and subtracting fractions by subtracting the top numbers while maintaining the common denominator.

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  • Math Antics teaches adding and subtracting fractions in a simplified manner, emphasizing adding the numerators directly and keeping the denominators constant for both operations.
  • The approach of adding fractions before multiplying them challenges the traditional order of operations in math, offering a unique perspective on how these operations can be taught and understood.

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  • How does Math Antics suggest adding fractions?

    By adding the top numbers and keeping the same bottom number.

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"Math Antics: Adding and Subtracting Fractions"

  • Math Antics teaches adding fractions before multiplication, contrary to many math books.
  • Adding fractions involves adding the top numbers together and keeping the same bottom number if the fractions have the same denominator.
  • When subtracting fractions with the same denominator, subtract the top numbers and maintain the common bottom number in the answer.
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