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ADDING FRACTIONS (SAME DENOMINATOR)

Add fractions that share the same denominator by combining numerators.

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CS.N.4.9(IV)CS.N.5.2(V)
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1/5 + 2/5
1Same denominator? Yes! (5)
2Add numerators: 1 + 2 = 3
3Keep denominator: 3/5

LEADER TIP

Emphasise: only numerators are added, the denominator stays the same. Use fraction strips to show why.

BEFORE THIS LESSON, TRY

📏Comparing Fractions🏗️Place Value Addition

PRACTICE WITH THESE GAMES

Fraction Operations🧩Fraction BuilderSimple Fractions

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