Adding and Subtracting Fractions
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Objective
I can find a common denominator to add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators.
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Practice
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What is a common denominator, and why is it important when adding or subtracting fractions?
If you want to add ⅓ and ¼, what is the first step you need to take to find a common denominator?
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Exit ticket
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“Find a common denominator for the fractions ⅓ and ⅖. Then, add the two fractions and show your work. Find a common denominator for the fractions ¼ and ⅗. Then, subtract the second fraction from the first and show your work. ”
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