Math Example: Fraction Operations--Adding Fractions: Example 11
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Math Example: Fraction Operations--Adding Fractions: Example 11

Adding Fractions: Example 11

Adding Fractions Example 11

Topic

Fraction Operations

Description

This example covers the addition of fractions with unlike denominators. The image shows the fractions and the method to add them. The process involves identifying a common denominator, rewriting the fractions with this denominator, summing the numerators, and simplifying the resulting fraction (or recognizing when a fraction is already in simplest form). Skills required include determining the least common multiple, adjusting fractions, performing addition, and simplifying the fraction.

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Common Core Standards CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.4.NF.B.3.D, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.A.2, CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.5.NF.A.1
Grade Range 4 - 6
Curriculum Nodes Arithmetic
    • Fractions
        • Add and Subtract Fractions
Copyright Year 2013
Keywords tutorials, fractions, adding fractions, common denominator, LCD, LCM, least common denominator, least common multiple, numerator, denominator