Fraction Operations Quiz

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📚 Part 1: Multiple Choice & Matching

I can... add, subtract, multiply, and divide fractions and simplify my answers.

Success criteria: Find common denominators for add/subtract, multiply numerators and denominators, use reciprocal for division, and simplify final answers.

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

1/2

3/4

2/3

1/6

2. What is 3/4 − 1/3?

5/12

1/4

1/2

2/3

3. What is 2/3 × 3/4?

1/2

5/6

1/3

3/7

4. What is (1/2) ÷ (1/4)?

1/2

1/4

5. Match each expression with its simplified answer. Draw a line to match.

A. 3/5 + 1/5

B. 5/6 − 1/2

C. 4/9 × 2/3

D. 2 ÷ 3/8

1. 4/5

2. 1/3

3. 8/27

4. 16/3

✏️ Part 2: Short Answers (Show your work)

6. Simplify: 7/8 − 1/4 = _________

7. Multiply and simplify: 1 1/2 × 2/3 = _________

8. Word problem: A cookie recipe needs 3/4 cup sugar. If you make 3 batches, how many cups of sugar total? Show your work and give a mixed number if needed.

9. Measurement: A 3-mile trail is divided into 5 equal parts. What fraction of a mile is each part? _________ mile

Differentiation strategies: Offer fraction strips or a number line for students who need concrete supports; provide step-by-step prompts for students needing more structure.

Extension activity: Create and solve two real-life word problems that use mixed numbers and improper fractions (trade with a partner).

Dyslexia-friendly reading options: Use colored overlays or rulers, read questions aloud, and break multi-step problems into numbered parts. Keep sentences short and highlight key numbers and operation words.