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Adding Fractions with Like Denominators

Practice adding fractions with like denominators, displayed in vertical format.
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Practice Questions

  1. 1/5 + 2/5 = ?
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    3/5

  2. 2/7 + 3/7 = ?
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    5/7

  3. 1/4 + 2/4 = ?
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    3/4

  4. 3/8 + 2/8 = ?
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    5/8

  5. 4/9 + 1/9 = ?
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    5/9

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Teaching Notes

This collection uses standard vertical fraction notation (numerator over denominator) to help students visualize the parts.

Vocabulary
Numerator: The top number in a fraction.
Denominator: The bottom number in a fraction.
Common Mistakes
  • Adding denominators.
  • Adding denominators
  • Simplifying incorrectly
  • Confusing numerator/denominator
  • Not understanding fraction parts
Differentiation
SupportUse fraction circles.
ChallengeSimplify answers.
Discussion Questions
  • Does writing the fraction differently change its value?
  • What does the denominator represent?
  • Why do we only add the numerators?
  • How is this like adding whole numbers?
  • When might you add fractions in real life?
Extension Activities
  • Create word problems.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to explain how to combine two parts of the same pie.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Fractions

Estimated Time

15 minutes

Skills Practiced
Add like fractions vertical