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Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Adding and subtracting fractions
with like denominators
Fractions with the same
denominators are called like
fractions. When you add and
subtract like fractions, the
denominator names units being
added or subtracted.
How to add like fractions
To add fractions with the same denominators
You must 1st add the numerators. Next, use
the same denominator in the sum. Lastly, simplify
if needed.
2/5 + 1/5= 3/5
How to subtract like fractions
To subtract like fractions with the same denominators
subtract the numerators. Use the same denominators
in the difference.
Example: 3 fifths minus 1 fifth equal= 2 fifths
3/5 - 1/5 = 2/5
Adding and subtracting fraction
Games
Island Fractions- Add and subtract fractions to
get to fraction island
Action Fraction- Race to the finish line to get
there first but, don’t get any fractions wrong
you just might loose control of your car.
Hope you had fun learning about
adding and subtracting fractions.
By: Julia Failla