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Topic: Fractions (Foundation - Unit 2)

Specification References: N2.2

N2.2 Add and subtract fractions.


Candidates should be able to:

  • add and subtract fractions by writing them with a common denominator
  • convert mixed numbers to improper fractions and add and subtract mixed numbers

Examples

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