5th Grade Math - Flipped: May 2014

Monday, May 19, 2014

Subtraction of mixed numbers with UNLIKE denominators is a challenging concept. See how well you can understand it...

The purpose of this video is to introduce mixed numbers to the concept of adding fractions.

Please watch the video about simplifying answers and then answer the questions that follow.

Please watch the video below and answer the questions about using the LOWEST common denominator.

The goal of this lesson is to learn to add or subtract fractions with unlike denominators by finding a common denominator.

Please watch the video below to see how it is done.

Now complete the check for understanding.

Today's objective is to add or subtract fractions with like denominators. Please watch the video below to learn how to add or subtract with like denominators.

Adding Fractions with Like Denominators: Adding Fractions with Like Denominators

Please answer these questions after watching the videos.

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