Adding Simple Fractions

Grade 845 min

Learning Objective

I can add fractions with unlike denominators by finding a common denominator and then adding the numerators.

Lesson Flow

Watch Video

6 min

How to Add Fractions (Like and Unlike Denominators) | A Review of Adding Fractions | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J

Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Calculate the sum of ⅗ and ⅖. Show your work by finding a common denominator and renaming the fractions before adding. Find the total amount of juice if you have ⅓ liter of orange juice and ¼ liter of apple juice. Show your work by finding a common denominator and renaming the fractions before adding.

Teacher Guide

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