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Addition and Subtraction of Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Leann Ringler

Created by Leann Ringler

10 questions

5th Grade

Math

Updated Mar 2026

Addition and Subtraction of Fractions and Mixed Numbers is a Grade 5 mathematics worksheet with 10 multiple-choice questions. Students solve equations by selecting the value that makes each statement true, subtract fractional amounts to compare distances, and add fractional quantities in real-world contexts such as combining ingredients. The questions give students practice deciding whether a situation requires addition or subtraction and interpreting the result in context. This free printable worksheet is useful for independent practice, small-group instruction, review, or a quick check of understanding after teaching fraction operations. Its varied question formats help teachers see whether students can apply fraction and mixed-number skills beyond a computation-only exercise. A complete answer key is included, making it easier to review responses and identify concepts that need reteaching.

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Addition and Subtraction of Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Total questions: 10

Name
Class
Date
1.

34  + 23\frac{3}{4\ }\ +\ \frac{2}{3}  

a)

1 5121\ \frac{5}{12}  

b)

57\frac{5}{7}  

c)

512\frac{5}{12}  

d)

1 571\ \frac{5}{7}  

2.

2 910 + 6 132\ \frac{9}{10}\ +\ 6\ \frac{1}{3}  

a)

4 124\ \frac{1}{2}  

b)

5 495\ \frac{4}{9}  

c)

8 10308\ \frac{10}{30}  

d)

9 7309\ \frac{7}{30}  

3.

89 − 56\frac{8}{9}\ -\ \frac{5}{6}  

a)

33\frac{3}{3}  

b)

118\frac{1}{18}  

c)

67\frac{6}{7}  

d)

1012\frac{10}{12}  

4.

1 38 + 7 56 = 1 + 7 + 924  + 241\ \frac{3}{8}\ +\ 7\ \frac{5}{6}\ =\ 1\ +\ 7\ +\ \frac{9}{24\ }\ +\ \frac{ }{24}  

Enter a number that makes the equation true.

a)

5

b)

18

c)

20

d)

24

5.

Andrew ran 13\frac{1}{3}  of a mile and swam 56\frac{5}{6}   of a mile. How much farther did he swim than run?

a)

13\frac{1}{3}  

b)

46\frac{4}{6}  

c)

43\frac{4}{3}  

d)

36\frac{3}{6}  

6.

Brian made a fruit salad. He used 13\frac{1}{3}  cup of strawberries, 12\frac{1}{2}  cups of grapes and 34\frac{3}{4}  cups of pineapples. How many cups of fruit did Brian use altogether?

a)

1 7121\ \frac{7}{12}  

b)

1 1121\ \frac{1}{12}  

c)

711\frac{7}{11}  

d)

512\frac{5}{12}  

7.

4 − 1 344\ -\ 1\ \frac{3}{4}  

a)

3 343\ \frac{3}{4}  

b)

3 143\ \frac{1}{4}  

c)

2 142\ \frac{1}{4}  

d)

33  

8.

2 67 + 5 232\ \frac{6}{7}\ +\ 5\ \frac{2}{3}  

a)

7 1121\frac{11}{21}  

b)

8 11218\ \frac{11}{21}  

c)

7 8217\ \frac{8}{21}  

d)

8 5218\ \frac{5}{21}  

9.

7 25 − 5 237\ \frac{2}{5}\ -\ 5\ \frac{2}{3}  

a)

2 11152\ \frac{11}{15}  

b)

2 0152\ \frac{0}{15}  

c)

1 1151\ \frac{1}{15}   

d)

1 11151\ \frac{11}{15}  

10.

3 23 − 2 343\ \frac{2}{3}\ -\ 2\ \frac{3}{4}  

a)

1112\frac{11}{12}  

b)

912\frac{9}{12}  

c)

1 11121\ \frac{11}{12}  

d)

112\frac{1}{12}  

WaygroundAnswer Key

Addition and Subtraction of Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Total questions: 10

1.
a)

1 5121\ \frac{5}{12}  

2.
d)

9 7309\ \frac{7}{30}  

3.
b)

118\frac{1}{18}  

4.
c)

20

5.
d)

36\frac{3}{6}  

6.
a)

1 7121\ \frac{7}{12}  

7.
c)

2 142\ \frac{1}{4}  

8.
b)

8 11218\ \frac{11}{21}  

9.
d)

1 11151\ \frac{11}{15}  

10.
a)

1112\frac{11}{12}  

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What does this worksheet cover?

This Grade 5 worksheet covers adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers through 10 multiple-choice questions. Students complete true-equation items, find differences between fractional quantities, and add amounts in word problems, building skill in choosing and applying the correct operation.

How can I use this worksheet to teach adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers?

Introduce the worksheet by modeling how to identify the unknown in a true-equation question and how context signals addition or subtraction. Then have students explain whether each word problem asks them to find a total or a difference before selecting an answer. Use their reasoning to discuss how fraction operations apply to measurements such as distance and ingredient amounts.

What mistakes should I watch for when students complete this worksheet?

Watch for students selecting addition when a comparison question asks how much farther one distance is, or selecting subtraction when a word problem asks for a combined total. In the true-equation items, students may also overlook the value that makes the entire equation correct and focus on only one side of the statement. Ask students to reread the question and identify whether it describes a total, a difference, or a missing value.

How do I assign and grade this worksheet?

The Addition and Subtraction of Fractions and Mixed Numbers worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground. It includes a complete answer key for checking the 10 multiple-choice questions, and printable student work can be graded by scanning it with the Wayground for Teachers app. The printable format can also support schools that are reducing screen time.

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Because this worksheet combines equation-completion items with fraction word problems, you can adjust its readability from Advanced Settings. Choose medium or wide font spacing, increase the font size, enable a dyslexia-friendly font, or translate the worksheet into another language as appropriate for your learners.

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