Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators
Learning Objective
I can add fractions with different denominators by finding a common denominator.
Lesson Flow
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Math Antics - Common Denominator ECD
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Practice
7 questions • Short answer
Exit Ticket
“Add the fractions ⅖ + ¼ using the "easiest common denominator" method. Show each step clearly. Add the fractions ⅓ + ⅜ using the "easiest common denominator" method. Show each step clearly. Add the fractions ⁴/₇ + ½ using the "easiest common denominator" method. Show each step clearly.”
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