Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

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

Lesson Flow

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6 min

Math Antics - Common Denominator ECD

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Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Find the sum of ⅖ and ⅓ using the "easiest common denominator" method. Show your work. Calculate the sum of ¾ and ⅕ using the "easiest common denominator" method. Show your work.

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