Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators
Unknown Grade•45 minutes
Learning Objective
I can add fractions with unlike 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 what a common denominator is and why it is necessary when adding fractions with unlike denominators.
2. If you want to add the fractions ⅖ and ¼, what would be the common denominator you would use? Show your work.
3. Using the easiest common denominator method, add the fractions ⅗ and ⅖. Show all steps in your calculation.
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