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Four eighths simplify to one half.
Class 3 · English Medium · Pearson Edexcel · Mathematics
Adding and subtracting simple fractions
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When denominators are the same, add or subtract the numerators and keep the denominator. Simplify when possible.
Worked example
2/7 + 3/7 = 5/7. The pieces are still sevenths.
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Three sixths simplify to one half.
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Six ninths simplify to two thirds.
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Apply the idea in a new situation and explain your method. Open writing needs a guardian or teacher to review it.
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Five tenths equal one half.
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Four eighths equal one half.
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The pieces stay fifths, so add only the numerators: 3/5. Adding the denominators changes the piece size.
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