Adding Fractions With Equal Denominators Using Area Models

The video tutorial explains how to use area models to represent and add fractions. Initially, it demonstrates adding simple fractions with equal parts, followed by a more complex example with different shaded parts. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of maintaining the same denominator and accurately counting shaded parts. By the end, viewers learn how to visually add fractions using area models.

What fraction is represented by the shaded region in each of the initial area models?

• 1/4

• 1/2

• 1/3

• 1/5

How do you determine the sum of two fractions using area models?

• By dividing the shaded regions

• By multiplying the shaded regions

• By combining the shaded regions

• By subtracting the shaded regions

In the second example, how many shaded parts are there in the first area model?

• 7 out of 16

• 5 out of 16

• 4 out of 16

• 6 out of 16

What is the result of adding 5/16 and 7/16 using area models?

• 10/16

• 11/16

• 12/16

• 13/16

What remains constant when adding fractions using area models?

• The denominator

• The total number of models

• The number of shaded parts

• The numerator