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. Showing all of my work.
Practice Questions
This lesson includes 7 practice questions to reinforce learning.
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1. What is the first step you need to take when adding fractions with different denominators? Explain why this step is necessary.
2. Given the fractions 2/5 and 1/10, find a common denominator and rename both fractions with that denominator.
3. After renaming the fractions 2/5 and 1/10 with a common denominator, what is the sum of these two fractions? Show all your work.
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