Adding and Subtraction Fractions with Unlike Denominators

​Adding & Subtracting Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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In 4th grade, you learned that adding and subtracting fractions is similar to adding and subtracting whole numbers. This year, we dig deeper into fractions operations.

​Use what you know...

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​1. Does Emiliano need more than 1 stick of butter?

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2. How do you know?

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3. Do 1/2 and 1/4 have like denominators?​

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​Let's practice finding the common denominator of some fraction sets.

​What we know so far:

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What is the least common denominator of $$\frac{1}{6}$$   and $$\frac{4}{9}$$  ?

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What is the least common denominator of $$\frac{3}{10}$$   and $$\frac{1}{6}$$  ?

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What is the least common denominator of $$\frac{1}{2}$$   and $$\frac{2}{5}$$  ?

​Let's use what we know so add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators.

Take out your Interactive Notebooks, scissors, and glue.

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​But wait!!! There's another way to add and subtract unlike fractions!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zRs_9sC2u4k​

​Lets practice!!!

​https://teacher-toolbox.i-ready.com/toolbox/M.5/classroom-resources~lessonID=GA.M.5.2.10~.html