Add and Subtract Fractions

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📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice

I can... add and subtract fractions with like and unlike denominators and work with mixed numbers.

Success criteria: Find common denominators, add or subtract numerators, simplify answers, and convert improper fractions to mixed numbers.

1. What is 1/2 + 1/4?

1/2

3/4

2/3

2. What is 2/3 + 1/6?

3/4

5/6

3. What is 5/8 − 1/4?

1/4

3/8

1/2

4. Check all that apply:

1/3 + 1/3 = 2/3

3/4 − 1/2 = 1/4

2/5 + 1/3 = 3/8

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers

5. Compute and simplify: 7/12 + 1/3 = _________

6. Subtract and write as a mixed number: 4 1/2 − 2 3/4 = _________

7. Word problem: Jenna ran 2 1/4 miles, then ran 1 3/8 miles more. How far did she run in all?

8. Compute and simplify: 5/6 − 1/2 = _________

9. Challenge: 3 2/3 − 1 5/6 = _________ (show your work)

🧑‍🏫 Teacher Notes & Supports

Differentiation strategies: Provide fraction strips or number lines for students who need visual supports; offer step-by-step templates (find LCD, adjust numerators, add/subtract, simplify) for students who need structure.

Extension activities: Ask advanced learners to add/subtract three fractions with unlike denominators or convert results between improper fractions and mixed numbers.

Dyslexia-friendly reading options: Read each question aloud, highlight key numbers and operation words (add/subtract), and allow extra processing time.

Assessment tip: Collect the math-work-boxes to check students' method (not just the final answer).