Adding Fractions Using Area Models (Example)

The video tutorial explains how to add two fractional models by converting them into equivalent models with the same number of parts. Initially, the models represent 1/2 and 1/3. The tutorial demonstrates dividing the models into 6 equal parts each, allowing for the addition of the shaded areas to form a new model with 5 out of 6 parts shaded.

What do the two models initially represent in terms of fractions?

• One-half and one-fourth

• One-fourth and one-fifth

• One-half and one-third

• One-third and one-fourth

Why is it necessary to divide the models into the same number of parts?

• To change the fractions

• To be able to add the fractions

• To make them look identical

• To simplify the fractions

How is the model on the left divided to achieve equal parts?

• Into three parts

• Into six parts

• Into four parts

• Into five parts

What is the final number of equal parts each model is divided into?

• Four parts

• Five parts

• Seven parts

• Six parts

After dividing the models into equal parts, how many shaded parts are there in the combined model?

• Four out of six

• Five out of six

• Three out of six

• Six out of six