Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators
Grade 6•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can add fractions with different denominators by finding a common denominator and combining the numerators.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. Explain the process of adding fractions with different denominators. What is the first step you need to take?
2. If you want to add ⅓ and ¼, what is the common denominator you would use? Show your work.
3. Add the fractions ⅖ and ⅗. What is your final answer? Be sure to explain how you found the common denominator.
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