In general, why is a common denominator necessary to add and subtract fractions?

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Ultifinitus · Answer 1 · 2021-12-19T08:54:32+0000

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The denominator of a fraction tells you the relative size of the pieces. ... Therefore, the reason fractions need a common denominator before adding or subtracting is so that the numbers of pieces you are adding/subtracting are all the same size.

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