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Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Carol Castaneda

Created by Carol Castaneda

8 questions

7th Grade

Math

Updated Sep 2026

This Grade 7 mathematics worksheet gives students focused practice adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers. It contains eight multiple-choice questions: four ask students to find a sum or difference involving fractions, and four extend the same work to mixed-number results. Students calculate each operation and identify the correct numerical answer among distractors that vary in value or representation. Use it for independent practice, a short formative check, homework, or review after instruction on fraction operations. The set helps teachers see whether students can distinguish addition from subtraction, combine the fractional and whole-number parts of mixed numbers, and select an accurate result from multiple choices. This is a free printable worksheet for Grade 7 learners and includes a complete answer key for efficient checking.

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Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Total questions: 8

Name
Class
Date
1.
Find the sum.

Find the sum.

a)

5/7

b)

10/14

c)

4/49

2.
Find the difference.

Find the difference.

a)

2/17

b)

22/34

c)

22/17

3.
Find the sum.

Find the sum.

a)

14/15

b)

4/5

c)

4/15

4.
Find the difference.

Find the difference.

a)

11/20

b)

4/20

c)

2/20

5.
Find the sum.

Find the sum.

a)

9 and 3/10

b)

1 and 3/10

c)

13/10

d)

8 and 3/10

6.
Find the sum.

Find the sum.

a)

6 and 5/6

b)

6 and 3/12

c)

10/12

7.
Find the difference.

Find the difference.

a)

3 and 1/15

b)

3 and 1/5

c)

11 and 5/15

8.
Find the difference.

Find the difference.

a)

4 and 3/4

b)

5 and 4/4

c)

9 and 4/4

d)

5 and 3/4

WaygroundAnswer Key

Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Total questions: 8

1.
a)

5/7

2.
a)

2/17

3.
a)

14/15

4.
a)

11/20

5.
a)

9 and 3/10

6.
a)

6 and 5/6

7.
a)

3 and 1/15

8.
a)

4 and 3/4

FAQs

What does this adding and subtracting fractions worksheet cover?

This Grade 7 worksheet covers finding sums and differences of fractions and mixed numbers through eight multiple-choice questions. The first four items focus on fraction results, while the final four require students to select correct mixed-number sums or differences, strengthening calculation accuracy and answer recognition.

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

Model how to identify whether each item asks for a sum or a difference, then demonstrate how to calculate the fractional part before checking the complete answer. Have students explain why they selected an option, especially on the mixed-number items, and use their reasoning to address errors before assigning the remaining questions independently.

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

Watch for students choosing an answer that matches only part of the calculation, such as the fractional portion of a mixed-number result while overlooking the whole-number portion. Students may also confuse addition and subtraction or select a distractor with a similar numerator, denominator, or mixed-number form instead of checking the complete result.

How do I assign and grade this adding and subtracting fractions worksheet?

The worksheet is available as a printable PDF and as a digital quiz on Wayground, and it includes a complete answer key for all eight multiple-choice questions. You can grade printable submissions by scanning student work with the Wayground for Teachers app, or review responses from the digital quiz.

How can I differentiate this fractions and mixed numbers worksheet for my students?

In the worksheet’s Advanced Settings, adjust font spacing or choose a larger font size to make the eight multiple-choice items and mixed-number answer choices easier to read. You can also enable a dyslexia-friendly font or translate the worksheet into another language when those file-level changes support access to the fraction calculations.

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