Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD) — the smallest number both denominators divide into.
1/4 + 1/6 → LCD of 4 and 6 = 12
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Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the LCD.
1/4 = 3/12 1/6 = 2/12
3
Add or subtract the numerators.
3/12 + 2/12 = 5/12
4
Simplify the result to lowest terms.
6/12 = 1/2
❗ Negative Fractions
A negative sign applies to the whole fraction. Treat negative fractions just like negative integers — use the same rules you know for adding and subtracting negatives!
−1/3 + 2/3 = 1/3
1/4 − 3/4 = −2/4 = −1/2
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Enter your answer as a simplified fraction:
Negative? Put the minus sign in the numerator (e.g. −1 over 2)