Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

I can accurately add two or more fractions with different denominators by applying the steps to find a common denominator.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

How to Add Fractions (Like and Unlike Denominators) | A Review of Adding Fractions | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J

Practice

14 min

7 questions β€’ Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

β€œAdd the fractions 3/8 and 1/4. Show all steps in your solution, including finding the common denominator. Add the fractions 5/12 and 1/3. Show all steps in your solution, including finding the common denominator.”

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