Steps
What is the 1st step when solving addition and subtraction problems with unlike denominators?
Draw the X Method
What is the 2nd step when adding/subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
Multiply the numbers in each side of the x that are circled
What is the 3rd step when adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
Find denominator by multiplying current denominators
What is the 4th step when adding and subtracting fractions with unlike denominators?
Add or subtract current numerator, this will be your new numerator.
What is the final step of the X method?
Denominator stays the same - copy denominator under new numerator