Adding Unlike Fractions
Grade 5•45 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
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