Adding Fractions
Grade 8th Grade · Math · 45 min
What's Included
Learning Objective
I can add fractions with unlike denominators by finding a common denominator.
Warm-Up Video
Khan Academy · 4:02
Adding fractions with unlike denominators introduction
Guided Notes
3 key concepts
- 1
To add fractions with unlike denominators, you must first find a common denominator.
- 2
The least common multiple of 2 and 3 is 6, so we can express ½ as 3/6 and ⅓ as 2/6.
- 3
When adding fractions with a common denominator, add the numerators and keep the same denominator, so 3/6 + 2/6 = 5/6.
Practice Questions
10 questions · Multiple choice & Short answer
Exit Ticket
Quick comprehension check
“Solve for ⁵⁄₁₂ + ⅓. Show all steps, including finding the common denominator.”
Complete Lesson Package
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