Bridges Unit 2 Fifth Grade Fractions Pre and Post Assessment

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What must you do first in order to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

Back

Find a common denominator.

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What is a fraction?

Back

A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

Back

The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

Back

The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts in a whole.

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How do you find a common denominator for two fractions?

Back

You can find a common denominator by identifying the least common multiple (LCM) of the two denominators.

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What is an equivalent fraction?

Back

An equivalent fraction is a fraction that represents the same value as another fraction, even though the numerator and denominator are different.

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How can you create an equivalent fraction?

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You can create an equivalent fraction by multiplying or dividing both the numerator and denominator by the same non-zero number.

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What is the process to add fractions with the same denominator?

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To add fractions with the same denominator, you simply add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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What is the process to subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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To subtract fractions with the same denominator, you subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

Front

What is the first step to subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

Back

Find a common denominator.