Explain how to convert 2/5 to an equivalent fraction with a denominator of 10.

Multiply both the numerator and the denominator by 2.

Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Name: Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Author: Insta~Lesson

5th Grade · Math · 45 min

I can add and subtract fractions with different denominators.

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Before adding or subtracting fractions with different denominators, you need to find a common denominator.
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To make equivalent fractions, multiply the numerator and denominator by the same number.
3
When adding or subtracting fractions with a common denominator, only add or subtract the numerators; the denominator stays the same.

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