KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages: Adding and Subtracting Fractions - Explained

KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Fractions, Decimals and Percentages: Adding and Subtracting Fractions - Explained

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Mathematics

4th - 6th Grade

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The video tutorial explains how to handle mixed numbers by converting them into top heavy fractions. It demonstrates the process of subtracting fractions with different denominators by finding a common denominator. The tutorial also covers simplifying fractions to their simplest form and emphasizes the importance of practicing these conversions and operations for addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the process to convert a mixed number into a top heavy fraction?

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3 mins • 1 pt

Explain the importance of having the same denominator when subtracting fractions.

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3 mins • 1 pt

How do you change the fraction 2/5 into a fraction with a denominator of 15?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the result of subtracting 6/15 from 16/15?

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3 mins • 1 pt

What does it mean to cancel down a fraction, and how is it done?

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