Common Core: 5th Grade Math : Add Fractions with Unlike Denominators

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Example Question #391 : Fractions

Solve:

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

In order to solve this problem, we first have to find common denominators. 

Now that we have common denominators, we can add the fractions. Remember, when we add and subtract fractions, we only add or subtract the numerator. 

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Example Question #392 : Fractions

Solve:

Possible Answers:

Correct answer:

Explanation:

In order to solve this problem, we first have to find common denominators. 

Now that we have common denominators, we can add the fractions. Remember, when we add and subtract fractions, we only add or subtract the numerator. 

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