Adding and Simplifying Fractions

The video tutorial teaches how to add and subtract fractions using a structured approach. It introduces the concept of the 'fraction for square' method, where each square represents a step in solving fraction problems. The tutorial covers writing the problem, finding equivalent fractions using the least common multiple (LCM), and solving and simplifying the fractions. A practice problem is provided for students to apply the learned steps.

What is the purpose of using the fraction for square method?

• To memorize multiplication tables

• To organize steps for adding and subtracting fractions

• To learn division of fractions

• To solve algebraic equations

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the first step in solving a fraction addition problem?

• Finding the least common multiple

• Writing down the problem

• Simplifying the fractions

• Adding the numerators

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3A

CCSS.3.NF.A.3B

CCSS.4.NF.A.1

How do you find equivalent fractions?

• By multiplying the fractions

• By subtracting the denominators

• By adding the numerators

• By finding the least common multiple of the denominators

What is the least common multiple of 4 and 3?

• 15

• 6

• 9

• 12

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

After finding equivalent fractions, what is the next step?

• Subtracting the fractions

• Dividing the fractions

• Rewriting the problem with the new fractions

• Multiplying the fractions

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

When adding fractions, what do you do with the denominators?

• Keep them the same

• Subtract them

• Multiply them

• Add them together

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

What is the sum of 3/12 and 8/12?

• 12/12

• 1/12

• 11/12

• 10/12

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What is the final step in solving a fraction addition problem?

• Finding the least common multiple

• Finding equivalent fractions

• Simplifying the result

• Rewriting the problem

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

What problem are students asked to solve at the end of the lesson?

• 1/2 plus 1/3

• 2/3 plus 3/4

• 1/4 plus 2/3

• 1/3 plus 2/5

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

What should students do after writing the problem on their paper?

• Add the fractions directly

• Find the least common multiple

• Multiply the fractions

• Simplify the fractions

Tags

CCSS.7.NS.A.1C