Mastering Mental Addition of Fractions

What is the first step in the quick addition method for fractions?

• Multiply the denominators.

• Multiply across the numerators and denominators.

• Add the numerators directly.

• Find the common denominator.

How do you find the numerator in the quick addition method?

• Find the least common multiple.

• Multiply the numerators.

• Multiply diagonally and sum the results.

• Add the denominators.

What is the result of 1/2 + 1/3 using the quick addition method?

• 2/5

• 3/6

• 5/6

• 5/4

What is the sum of 1/4 and 2/3 in simplest form?

• 11/12

• 9/12

• 6/7

• 5/8

What is the result of adding 3/4 and 1/5?

• 19/20

• 13/20

• 17/20

• 15/20

What is the denominator in the sum of 1/8 and 2/3?

• 21

• 11

• 24

• 16

What is the sum of 3/4 and 1/5 using the quick addition method?

• 17/19

• 20/21

• 19/20

• 15/18

How do you handle mixed numbers with the quick addition method?

• Add the whole numbers separately.

• Convert to improper fractions first.

• Multiply the whole numbers.

• Ignore the whole number part.

What additional step is suggested for dealing with subtraction of fractions?

• Only subtract like fractions.

• Follow a specific order.

• Use a different denominator.

• Subtract the numerators directly.

What is a crucial aspect of getting quick and correct answers in fraction addition?

• Speed of calculation

• Memorization of fractions

• Accuracy and method

• Skipping steps for speed