Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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Learning Objective

I can add fractions with different denominators by converting them to equivalent fractions.

Lesson Flow

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6 min

Math Antics - Common Denominator ECD

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Practice

14 min

5 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Add the fractions ⅗ and ¼. First, find the common denominator and convert both fractions to equivalent fractions. Show your work. Add the fractions ⅖ and ⅗. First, find the common denominator and convert both fractions to equivalent fractions. Show your work.

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