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Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators
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Grade 5
Fractions
Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators
Grade 5 Math

Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators

The main lesson, then each kind of problem it solves.

Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators

Main lesson
Subtract fractions with unlike denominators
Use this for “Find the value of 5/6 − 3/8.”
Add mixed numbers
Use this for “Mia used 3 3/4 cups of flour and Leo 2 5/6 cups. How much in all?”
Subtract mixed numbers
Use this for “Find the value of 4 1/3 − 1 5/8.”
Line plots with fractions
Use this for “The line plot shows beakers holding 1/8, 1/4, 3/8 or 1/2 liter.”
Estimate sums of fractions
Use this for “Is the sum more or less than 1?” before adding.
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