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Math Example: Fraction Operations--Adding Fractions: Example 4

Adding Fractions: Example 4

Adding Fractions Example 4

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Fraction Operations

Description

This example demonstrates the addition of fractions with unlike denominators. The image shows the fractions and the method to add them. One denominator is a multiple of the other. The key steps include identifying a common denominator, rewriting the fractions with this denominator, summing the numerators, and simplifying the resulting fraction. 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