➕ Adding Mixed Numbers
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Practice Questions
- 1 1/3 + 2 1/3 = ?
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3 2/3
- 3 1/5 + 1 2/5 = ?
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4 3/5
- 2 2/7 + 4 3/7 = ?
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6 5/7
- 5 1/4 + 2 1/4 = ?
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7 2/4
- 1 3/8 + 1 2/8 = ?
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2 5/8
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Teacher Resources
Teaching Notes
Teach the strategy of grouping: Whole + Whole and Fraction + Fraction. Keep it simple initially without regrouping.
Vocabulary
Common Mistakes
- Forgetting to add the whole numbers.
- Adding denominators.
- Forgetting to add whole numbers
- Adding denominators
- Incorrect fraction addition
- Mixing up numerator/denominator
Differentiation
Discussion Questions
- Why do we add wholes and fractions separately?
- Is 1 1/2 the same as 1 + 1/2?
- When do we use mixed numbers in real life?
- Why do denominators stay the same?
- What if the fraction sum was 1 or more?
- How is this like adding whole numbers?
Extension Activities
- Word problems.
- Create your own mixed number addition.
Parent Tip
Ask your child to add recipe amounts like 1/2 cup and 1/4 cup.
Learning Path
Skill Cluster
Number Sense: Fractions
Estimated Time
20 minutes