Adding Unlike Fractions

Grade 545 minutes

Learning Objective

I can add fractions with different denominators by finding equivalent fractions with the same denominator.

Practice Questions

This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.

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1. Explain why it is necessary to have a common denominator when adding fractions.

2. What is the least common multiple (LCM) and how does it help in adding fractions with unlike denominators?

3. Find the sum of ¼ + ⅜. Show your work by finding a common denominator and renaming the fractions.

...and 4 more questions

Educational Video

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

Math with Mr. J

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