Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

Grade 645 min

Learning Objective

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

Lesson Flow

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8 min

Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J

Practice

14 min

7 questions • Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Add the fractions 2/3 and 1/4. Show your work by finding a common denominator, renaming the fractions, and calculating the sum. Add the fractions 5/8 and 1/6. Show your work by finding a common denominator, renaming the fractions, and calculating the sum.

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