Adding and subtracting fractions < 1

In this lesson, we will learn how to add and subtract proper fractions with different denominators.

Video

Click on the play button to start the video. If your teacher asks you to pause the video and look at the worksheet you should:

  • Click "Close Video"
  • Click "Next" to view the activity

Your video will re-appear on the next page, and will stay paused in the right place.

Worksheet

These slides will take you through some tasks for the lesson. If you need to re-play the video, click the ‘Resume Video’ icon. If you are asked to add answers to the slides, first download or print out the worksheet. Once you have finished all the tasks, click ‘Next’ below.

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

Why we're removing unit quizzes from the website >
Quiz:

Adding and subtracting fractions < 1

Adding and subtracting proper fractions with different denominators

Q1.Which option is the correct solution to this subtraction?

1/4

Q2.Which option is the correct solution to this addition, written as an improper fraction as simply as possible?

2/4

Q3.Which option is the correct solution to this subtraction?

3/4

Q4.Which option is the correct answer to this addition, written as simply as possible?

4/4

This quiz includes images that don't have any alt text - please contact your teacher who should be able to help you with an audio description.

Unit quizzes are being retired in August 2023

Why we're removing unit quizzes from the website >
Quiz:

Adding and subtracting fractions < 1

Adding and subtracting proper fractions with different denominators

Q1.Which option is the correct solution to this subtraction?

1/4

Q2.Which option is the correct solution to this addition, written as an improper fraction as simply as possible?

2/4

Q3.Which option is the correct solution to this subtraction?

3/4

Q4.Which option is the correct answer to this addition, written as simply as possible?

4/4

Lesson summary: Adding and subtracting fractions < 1

It looks like you have not completed the quiz.

To share your results with your teacher please complete the quiz.

Time to move!

Did you know that exercise helps your concentration and ability to learn?

For 5 mins...

Move around:
Jog

On the spot:
Dance

Browse Oak's lessons: