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Solving Word Problems by Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Learn how to solve fraction word problems with examples and interactive exercises.

Example 1: Rachel rode her bike for one-fifth of a mile on Monday and two-fifths of a mile on Tuesday. How many miles did she ride altogether?

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will add two fractions with like denominators.

Solution: 

Answer: Rachel rode her bike for three-fifths of a mile altogether.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will subtract two fractions with unlike denominators.

Answer: Stefanie swam one-third of a lap farther in the morning.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will add three fractions with unlike denominators. Note that the first is an improper fraction.

Answer: It took Nick three and one-fourth hours to complete his homework altogether.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will add two mixed numbers, with the fractional parts having like denominators.

Answer: Diego and his friends ate six pizzas in all.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will subtract two mixed numbers, with the fractional parts having like denominators.

Answer: The Cocozzelli family took one-half more days to drive home.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will add two mixed numbers, with the fractional parts having unlike denominators.

Answer: The warehouse has 21 and one-half meters of tape in all.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will subtract two mixed numbers, with the fractional parts having unlike denominators.

Answer: The electrician needs to cut 13 sixteenths cm of wire.

Analysis: To solve this problem, we will subtract a mixed number from a whole number.

Answer: The carpenter needs to cut four and seven-twelfths feet of wood.

Summary: In this lesson we learned how to solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions and mixed numbers. We used the following skills to solve these problems: 

• Add fractions with like denominators.
• Subtract fractions with like denominators.
• Find the LCD.
• Add fractions with unlike denominators.
• Subtract fractions with unlike denominators.
• Add mixed numbers with like denominators.
• Subtract mixed numbers with like denominators.
• Add mixed numbers with unlike denominators.
• Subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators.

Directions: Subtract the mixed numbers in each exercise below.  Be sure to simplify your result, if necessary.  Click once in an ANSWER BOX and type in your answer; then click ENTER. After you click ENTER, a message will appear in the RESULTS BOX to indicate whether your answer is correct or incorrect. To start over, click CLEAR.

Note: To write the fraction three-fourths, enter 3/4 into the form. To write the mixed number four and two-thirds, enter 4, a space, and then 2/3 into the form.

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Fraction word problems

Here you will learn about fraction word problems, including solving math word problems within a real-world context involving adding fractions, subtracting fractions, multiplying fractions, and dividing fractions.

Students will first learn about fraction word problems as part of number and operations—fractions in 4 th grade.

What are fraction word problems?

Fraction word problems are math word problems involving fractions that require students to use problem-solving skills within the context of a real-world situation.

To solve a fraction word problem, you must understand the context of the word problem, what the unknown information is, and what operation is needed to solve it. Fraction word problems may require addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division of fractions.

After determining what operation is needed to solve the problem, you can apply the rules of adding, subtracting, multiplying, or dividing fractions to find the solution.

For example,

Natalie is baking 2 different batches of cookies. One batch needs \cfrac{3}{4} cup of sugar and the other batch needs \cfrac{2}{4} cup of sugar. How much sugar is needed to bake both batches of cookies?

You can follow these steps to solve the problem:

Step-by-step guide: Adding and subtracting fractions

Step-by-step guide: Adding fractions

Step-by-step guide: Subtracting fractions

Step-by-step guide: Multiplying and dividing fractions

Step-by-step guide: Multiplying fractions

Step-by-step guide: Dividing fractions

Common Core State Standards

How does this relate to 4 th grade math to 6 th grade math?

• Grade 4: Number and Operations—Fractions (4.NF.B.3d) Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions referring to the same whole and having like denominators, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem.
• Grade 4: Number and Operations—Fractions (4.NF.B.4c) Solve word problems involving multiplication of a fraction by a whole number, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem. For example, if each person at a party will eat \cfrac{3}{8} of a pound of roast beef, and there will be 5 people at the party, how many pounds of roast beef will be needed? Between what two whole numbers does your answer lie?
• Grade 5: Number and Operations—Fractions (5.NF.A.2) Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions referring to the same whole, including cases of unlike denominators, e.g., by using visual fraction models or equations to represent the problem. Use benchmark fractions and number sense of fractions to estimate mentally and assess the reasonableness of answers. For example, recognize an incorrect result \cfrac{2}{5}+\cfrac{1}{2}=\cfrac{3}{7} by observing that \cfrac{3}{7}<\cfrac{1}{2} .
• Grade 5: Number and Operations—Fractions (5.NF.B.6) Solve real world problems involving multiplication of fractions and mixed numbers, e.g., by using visual fraction models or equations to represent the problem.
• Grade 5: Number and Operations—Fractions (5.NF.B.7c) Solve real world problems involving division of unit fractions by non-zero whole numbers and division of whole numbers by unit fractions, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem. For example, how much chocolate will each person get if 3 people share \cfrac{1}{2} \: lb of chocolate equally? How many \cfrac{1}{3} cup servings are in 2 cups of raisins?
• Grade 6: The Number System (6.NS.A.1) Interpret and compute quotients of fractions, and solve word problems involving division of fractions by fractions, e.g., by using visual fraction models and equations to represent the problem. For example, create a story context for \cfrac{2}{3} \div \cfrac{4}{5} and use a visual fraction model to show the quotient; use the relationship between multiplication and division to explain that \cfrac{2}{3} \div \cfrac{4}{5}=\cfrac{8}{9} because \cfrac{3}{4} of \cfrac{8}{9} is \cfrac{2}{3}. (In general, \cfrac{a}{b} \div \cfrac{c}{d}=\cfrac{a d}{b c} \, ) How much chocolate will each person get if 3 people share \cfrac{1}{2} \: lb of chocolate equally? How many \cfrac{3}{4} cup servings are in \cfrac{2}{3} of a cup of yogurt? How wide is a rectangular strip of land with length \cfrac{3}{4} \: m and area \cfrac{1}{2} \: m^2?

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How to solve fraction word problems

In order to solve fraction word problems:

Determine what operation is needed to solve.

Write an equation.

Solve the equation.

State your answer in a sentence.

Fraction word problem examples

Example 1: adding fractions (like denominators).

Julia ate \cfrac{3}{8} of a pizza and her brother ate \cfrac{2}{8} of the same pizza. How much of the pizza did they eat altogether?

The problem states how much pizza Julia ate and how much her brother ate. You need to find how much pizza Julia and her brother ate altogether , which means you need to add.

2 Write an equation.

3 Solve the equation.

To add fractions with like denominators, add the numerators and keep the denominators the same.

4 State your answer in a sentence.

The last step is to go back to the word problem and write a sentence to clearly say what the solution represents in the context of the problem.

Julia and her brother ate \cfrac{5}{8} of the pizza altogether.

Example 2: adding fractions (unlike denominators)

Tim ran \cfrac{5}{6} of a mile in the morning and \cfrac{1}{3} of a mile in the afternoon. How far did Tim run in total?

The problem states how far Tim ran in the morning and how far he ran in the afternoon. You need to find how far Tim ran in total , which means you need to add.

To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator and then change the fractions accordingly before adding.

\cfrac{5}{6}+\cfrac{1}{3}= \, ?

The least common multiple of 6 and 3 is 6, so 6 can be the common denominator.

That means \cfrac{1}{3} will need to be changed so that its denominator is 6. To do this, multiply the numerator and the denominator by 2.

\cfrac{1 \times 2}{3 \times 2}=\cfrac{2}{6}

Now you can add the fractions and simplify the answer.

\cfrac{5}{6}+\cfrac{2}{6}=\cfrac{7}{6}=1 \cfrac{1}{6}

Tim ran a total of 1 \cfrac{1}{6} miles.

Example 3: subtracting fractions (like denominators)

Pia walked \cfrac{4}{7} of a mile to the park and \cfrac{3}{7} of a mile back home. How much farther did she walk to the park than back home?

The problem states how far Pia walked to the park and how far she walked home. Since you need to find the difference ( how much farther ) between the two distances, you need to subtract.

To subtract fractions with like denominators, subtract the numerators and keep the denominators the same.

\cfrac{4}{7}-\cfrac{3}{7}=\cfrac{1}{7}

Pia walked \cfrac{1}{7} of a mile farther to the park than back home.

Example 4: subtracting fractions (unlike denominators)

Henry bought \cfrac{7}{8} pound of beef from the grocery store. He used \cfrac{1}{3} of a pound of beef to make a hamburger. How much of the beef does he have left?

The problem states how much beef Henry started with and how much he used. Since you need to find how much he has left , you need to subtract.

To subtract fractions with unlike denominators, first find a common denominator and then change the fractions accordingly before subtracting.

\cfrac{7}{8}-\cfrac{1}{3}= \, ?

The least common multiple of 8 and 3 is 24, so 24 can be the common denominator.

That means both fractions will need to be changed so that their denominator is 24.

To do this, multiply the numerator and the denominator of each fraction by the same number so that it results in a denominator of 24. This will give you an equivalent fraction for each fraction in the problem.

\begin{aligned}&\cfrac{7 \times 3}{8 \times 3}=\cfrac{21}{24} \\\\ &\cfrac{1 \times 8}{3 \times 8}=\cfrac{8}{24} \end{aligned}

Now you can subtract the fractions.

\cfrac{21}{24}-\cfrac{8}{24}=\cfrac{13}{24}

Henry has \cfrac{13}{24} of a pound of beef left.

Example 5: multiplying fractions

Andre has \cfrac{3}{4} of a candy bar left. He gives \cfrac{1}{2} of the remaining bit of the candy bar to his sister. What fraction of the whole candy bar does Andre have left now?

It could be challenging to determine the operation needed for this problem; many students may automatically assume it is subtraction since you need to find how much of the candy bar is left.

However, since you know Andre started with a fraction of the candy bar and you need to find a fraction OF a fraction, you need to multiply.

The difference here is that Andre did NOT give his sister \cfrac{1}{2} of the candy bar, but he gave her \cfrac{1}{2} of \cfrac{3}{4} of a candy bar.

To solve the word problem, you can ask, “What is \cfrac{1}{2} of \cfrac{3}{4}? ” and set up the equation accordingly. Think of the multiplication sign as meaning “of.”

\cfrac{1}{2} \times \cfrac{3}{4}= \, ?

To multiply fractions, multiply the numerators and multiply the denominators.

\cfrac{1}{2} \times \cfrac{3}{4}=\cfrac{3}{8}

Andre gave \cfrac{1}{2} of \cfrac{3}{4} of a candy bar to his sister, which means he has \cfrac{1}{2} of \cfrac{3}{4} left. Therefore, Andre has \cfrac{3}{8} of the whole candy bar left.

Example 6: dividing fractions

Nia has \cfrac{7}{8} cup of trail mix. How many \cfrac{1}{4} cup servings can she make?

The problem states the total amount of trail mix Nia has and asks how many servings can be made from it.

To solve, you need to divide the total amount of trail mix (which is \cfrac{7}{8} cup) by the amount in each serving ( \cfrac{1}{4} cup) to find out how many servings she can make.

To divide fractions, multiply the dividend by the reciprocal of the divisor.

\begin{aligned}& \cfrac{7}{8} \div \cfrac{1}{4}= \, ? \\\\ & \downarrow \downarrow \downarrow \\\\ &\cfrac{7}{8} \times \cfrac{4}{1}=\cfrac{28}{8} \end{aligned}

You can simplify \cfrac{28}{8} to \cfrac{7}{2} and then 3 \cfrac{1}{2}.

Nia can make 3 \cfrac{1}{2} cup servings.

Teaching tips for fraction word problems

• Encourage students to look for key words to help determine the operation needed to solve the problem. For example, subtracting fractions word problems might ask students to find “how much is left” or “how much more” one fraction is than another.
• Provide students with an answer key to word problem worksheets to allow them to obtain immediate feedback on their solutions. Encourage students to attempt the problems independently first, then check their answers against the key to identify any mistakes and learn from them. This helps reinforce problem-solving skills and confidence.
• Be sure to incorporate real-world situations into your math lessons. Doing so allows students to better understand the relevance of fractions in everyday life.
• As students progress and build a strong foundational understanding of one-step fraction word problems, provide them with multi-step word problems that involve more than one operation to solve.
• Take note that students will not divide a fraction by a fraction as shown above until 6 th grade (middle school), but they will divide a unit fraction by a whole number and a whole number by a fraction in 5 th grade (elementary school), where the same mathematical rules apply to solving.
• There are many alternatives you can use in place of printable math worksheets to make practicing fraction word problems more engaging. Some examples are online math games and digital workbooks.

Easy mistakes to make

• Misinterpreting the problem Misreading or misunderstanding the word problem can lead to solving for the wrong quantity or using the wrong operation.
• Not finding common denominators When adding or subtracting fractions with unlike denominators, students may forget to find a common denominator, leading to an incorrect answer.
• Forgetting to simplify Unless a problem specifically says not to simplify, fractional answers should always be written in simplest form.

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Practice fraction word problem questions

1. Malia spent \cfrac{5}{6} of an hour studying for a math test. Then she spent \cfrac{1}{3} of an hour reading. How much longer did she spend studying for her math test than reading?

Malia spent \cfrac{1}{2} of an hour longer studying for her math test than reading.

Malia spent \cfrac{5}{18} of an hour longer studying for her math test than reading.

Malia spent \cfrac{1}{2} of an hour longer reading than studying for her math test.

Malia spent 1 \cfrac{1}{6} of an hour longer studying for her math test than reading.

To find the difference between the amount of time Malia spent studying for her math test than reading, you need to subtract. Since the fractions have unlike denominators, you need to find a common denominator first.

You can use 6 as the common denominator, so \cfrac{1}{3} becomes \cfrac{3}{6}. Then you can subtract.

\cfrac{3}{6} can then be simplified to \cfrac{1}{2}.

Finally, you need to choose the answer that correctly answers the question within the context of the situation. Therefore, the correct answer is “Malia spent \cfrac{1}{2} of an hour longer studying for her math test than reading.”

2. A square garden is \cfrac{3}{4} of a meter wide and \cfrac{8}{9} of a meter long. What is its area?

The area of the garden is 1\cfrac{23}{36} square meters.

The area of the garden is \cfrac{27}{32} square meters.

The area of the garden is \cfrac{2}{3} square meters.

The perimeter of the garden is \cfrac{2}{3} meters.

To find the area of a square, you multiply the length and width. So to solve, you multiply the fractional lengths by mulitplying the numerators and multiplying the denominators.

\cfrac{24}{36} can be simplified to \cfrac{2}{3}. 

Therefore, the correct answer is “The area of the garden is \cfrac{2}{3} square meters.”

3. Zoe ate \cfrac{3}{8} of a small cake. Liam ate \cfrac{1}{8} of the same cake. How much more of the cake did Zoe eat than Liam?

Zoe ate \cfrac{3}{64} more of the cake than Liam.

Zoe ate \cfrac{1}{4} more of the cake than Liam.

Zoe ate \cfrac{1}{8} more of the cake than Liam.

Liam ate \cfrac{1}{4} more of the cake than Zoe.

To find how much more cake Zoe ate than Liam, you subtract. Since the fractions have the same denominator, you subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

\cfrac{2}{8} can be simplified to \cfrac{1}{4}. 

Therefore, the correct answer is “Zoe ate \cfrac{1}{4} more of the cake than Liam.”

4. Lila poured \cfrac{11}{12} cup of pineapple and \cfrac{2}{3} cup of mango juice in a bottle. How many cups of juice did she pour into the bottle altogether?

Lila poured 1 \cfrac{7}{12} cups of juice in the bottle altogether.

Lila poured \cfrac{1}{4} cups of juice in the bottle altogether.

Lila poured \cfrac{11}{18} cups of juice in the bottle altogether.

Lila poured 1 \cfrac{3}{8} cups of juice in the bottle altogether.

To find the total amount of juice that Lila poured into the bottle, you need to add. Since the fractions have unlike denominators, you need to find a common denominator first.

You can use 12 as the common denominator, so \cfrac{2}{3} becomes \cfrac{8}{12}.  Then you can add.

\cfrac{19}{12} can be simplified to 1 \cfrac{7}{12}. 

Therefore, the correct answer is “Lila poured 1 \cfrac{7}{12} cups of juice in the bottle altogether.”

5. Killian used \cfrac{9}{10} of a gallon of paint to paint his living room and \cfrac{7}{10} of a gallon to paint his bedroom. How much paint did Killian use in all?

Killian used \cfrac{2}{10} gallons of paint in all.

Killian used \cfrac{1}{5} gallons of paint in all.

Killian used \cfrac{63}{100} gallons of paint in all.

Killian used 1 \cfrac{3}{5} gallons of paint in all.

To find the total amount of paint Killian used, you add the amount he used for the living room and the amount he used for the kitchen. Since the fractions have the same denominator, you add the numerators and keep the denominators the same.

\cfrac{16}{10} can be simplified to 1 \cfrac{6}{10} and then further simplified to 1 \cfrac{3}{5}.

Therefore, the correct answer is “Killian used 1 \cfrac{3}{5} gallons of paint in all.”

6. Evan pours \cfrac{4}{5} of a liter of orange juice evenly among some cups.

He put \cfrac{1}{10} of a liter into each cup. How many cups did Evan fill?

Evan filled \cfrac{2}{25} cups.

Evan filled 8 cups.

Evan filled \cfrac{9}{10} cups.

Evan filled 7 cups.

To find the number of cups Evan filled, you need to divide the total amount of orange juice by the amount being poured into each cup. To divide fractions, you mulitply the first fraction (the dividend) by the reciprocal of the second fraction (the divisor).

\cfrac{40}{5} can be simplifed to 8.

Therefore, the correct answer is “Evan filled 8 cups.”

Fraction word problems FAQs

Fraction word problems are math word problems involving fractions that require students to use problem-solving skills within the context of a real-world situation. Fraction word problems may involve addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division of fractions.

To solve fraction word problems, first you need to determine the operation. Then you can write an equation and solve the equation based on the arithmetic rules for that operation.

Fraction word problems and decimal word problems are similar because they both involve solving math problems within real-world contexts. Both types of problems require understanding the problem, determining the operation needed to solve it (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division), and solving it based on the arithmetic rules for that operation.

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Fraction Word Problems: Addition, Subtraction, and Mixed Numbers

In today’s post, we’re going to see how to solve some of the problems that we’ve introduced in Smartick: fraction word problems. They appear during the word problems section at the end of the daily session.

We’re going to look at how to solve problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions, including mixed fractions (the ones that are made up of a whole number and a fraction).

Try and solve the fraction word problems by yourself first, before you look for the solutions and their respective explanations below.

Fraction Word Problems

Problem nº 1.

Problem nº 2

Problem nº 3

Solution to Problem nº 1

This is an example of a problem involving the addition of a whole number and a fraction.

The simplest way to show the number of cookies I ate is to write it as a mixed number. And the data given in the word problem gives us the result: 9 biscuits and 5 / 6 of a biscuit = 9 5 / 6 biscuits.

Solution to Problem nº 2

In this example, we have to subtract two fractions with the same denominator.

To calculate how full the gas tank is, we have to subtract both fractions. Since we are given fractions, the best way to present the solution is in the form of a fraction. Additionally, we’re dealing with two fractions with the same denominator, so we just have to subtract the numerators of both fractions to get the result. 8 / 10 – 4 / 10 = 4 / 10

Solution to Problem nº 3

This problem requires us to subtract a mixed number and a fraction.

To solve this problem, we need to subtract the number of episodes that were downloaded this morning from the total number of episodes that are now downloaded.

To do this, we need to change the mixed number into a fraction: the 5 becomes 60 / 12 (5 x 12 = 60) and we add it to the fraction 60 / 12 + 8 / 12 = 68 / 12 .

We’ve converted the mixed number 5 8 / 12 to 68 / 12 . Now we just have to subtract the number of episodes that were downloaded yesterday ( 7 / 12 ),   68 / 12 – 7 / 12 = 61 / 12 .

Hopefully, you didn’t need the explanations and were able to solve them yourself without any help!

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Fraction Circles

Fraction circle manipulatives are mainly used for comparing fractions, but they can be used for a variety of other purposes such as representing and identifying fractions, adding and subtracting fractions, and as probability spinners. There are a variety of options depending on your purpose. Fraction circles come in small and large versions, labeled and unlabeled versions and in three different color schemes: black and white, color, and light gray. The color scheme matches the fraction strips and use colors that are meant to show good contrast among themselves. Do note that there is a significant prevalence of color-blindness in the population, so don't rely on all students being able to differentiate the colors.

Suggested activity for comparing fractions: Photocopy the black and white version onto an overhead projection slide and another copy onto a piece of paper. Alternatively, you can use two pieces of paper and hold them up to the light for this activity. Use a pencil to represent the first fraction on the paper copy. Use a non-permanent overhead pen to represent the second fraction. Lay the slide over the paper and compare the two circles. You should easily be able to tell which is greater or lesser or if the two fractions are equal. Re-use both sheets by erasing the pencil and washing off the marker.

Adding fractions with fraction circles will involve two copies on paper. Cut out the fraction circles and segments of one copy and leave the other copy intact. To add 1/3 + 1/2, for example, place a 1/3 segment and a 1/2 segment into a circle and hold it over various fractions on the intact copy to see what 1/2 + 1/3 is equivalent to. 5/6 or 10/12 should work.

• Small Fraction Circles Small Fraction Circles in Black and White with Labels Small Fraction Circles in Color with Labels Small Fraction Circles in Light Gray with Labels Small Fraction Circles in Black and White Unlabeled Small Fraction Circles in Color Unlabeled Small Fraction Circles in Light Gray Unlabeled
• Large Fraction Circles Large Fraction Circles in Black and White with Labels Large Fraction Circles in Color with Labels Large Fraction Circles in Light Gray with Labels Large Fraction Circles in Black and White Unlabeled Large Fraction Circles in Color Unlabeled Large Fraction Circles in Light Gray Unlabeled

Fraction Strips

Fractions strips are often used for comparing fractions. Students are able to see quite easily the relationships and equivalence between fractions with different denominators. It can be quite useful for students to have two copies: one copy cut into strips and the other copy kept intact. They can then use the cut-out strips on the intact page to individually compare fractions. For example, they can use the halves strip to see what other fractions are equivalent to one-half. This can also be accomplished with a straight edge such as a ruler without cutting out any strips. Pairs or groups of strips can also be compared side-by-side if they are cut out. Addition and subtraction (etc.) are also possibilities; for example, adding a one-quarter and one-third can be accomplished by shifting the thirds strip so that it starts at the end of one-quarter then finding a strip that matches the end of the one-third mark (7/12 should do it).

Teachers might consider copying the fraction strips onto overhead projection acetates for whole class or group activities. Acetate versions are also useful as a hands-on manipulative for students in conjunction with an uncut page.

The "Smart" Fraction Strips include strips in a more useful order, eliminate the 7ths and 11ths strips as they don't have any equivalents and include 15ths and 16ths. The colors are consistent with the classic versions, so the two sets can be combined.

• Classic Fraction Strips with Labels Classic Fraction Strips in Black and White With Labels Classic Fraction Strips in Color With Labels Classic Fraction Strips in Gray With Labels
• Unlabeled Classic Fraction Strips Classic Fraction Strips in Black and White Unlabeled Classic Fraction Strips in Color Unlabeled Classic Fraction Strips in Gray Unlabeled
• Smart Fraction Strips with Labels Smart Fraction Strips in Black and White With Labels Smart Fraction Strips in Color With Labels Smart Fraction Strips in Gray With Labels

Modeling fractions

Fractions can represent parts of a group or parts of a whole. In these worksheets, fractions are modeled as parts of a group. Besides using the worksheets in this section, you can also try some more interesting ways of modeling fractions. Healthy snacks can make great models for fractions. Can you cut a cucumber into thirds? A tomato into quarters? Can you make two-thirds of the grapes red and one-third green?

• Modeling Fractions with Groups of Shapes Coloring Groups of Shapes to Represent Fractions Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Only Simplified Fractions up to Eighths) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Halves Only) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Halves and Thirds) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Halves, Thirds and Fourths) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Up to Fifths) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Up to Sixths) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (Up to Eighths) Identifying Fractions from Colored Groups of Shapes (OLD Version; Print Too Light)
• Modeling Fractions with Rectangles Modeling Halves Modeling Thirds Modeling Halves and Thirds Modeling Fourths (Color Version) Modeling Fourths (Grey Version) Coloring Fourths Models Modeling Fifths Coloring Fifths Models Modeling Sixths Coloring Sixths Models
• Modeling Fractions with Circles Modeling Halves, Thirds and Fourths Coloring Halves, Thirds and Fourths Modeling Halves, Thirds, Fourths, and Fifths Coloring Halves, Thirds, Fourths, and Fifths Modeling Halves to Sixths Coloring Halves to Sixths Modeling Halves to Eighths Coloring Halves to Eighths Modeling Halves to Twelfths Coloring Halves to Twelfths

Ratio and Proportion Worksheets

The equivalent fractions models worksheets include only the "baking fractions" in the A versions. To see more difficult and varied fractions, please choose the B to J versions after loading the A version. More picture ratios can be found on holiday and seasonal pages. Try searching for picture ratios to find more.

• Picture Ratios Autumn Trees Part-to-Part Picture Ratios ( Grouped ) Autumn Trees Part-to-Part and Part-to-Whole Picture Ratios ( Grouped )
• Equivalent Fractions Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply Right ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Divide Left ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply Right or Divide Left ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Divide Right ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply Left ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply Left or Divide Right ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply or Divide Right ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply or Divide Left ) ✎ Equivalent Fractions With Blanks ( Multiply or Divide in Either Direction ) ✎ Are These Fractions Equivalent? (Multiplier 2 to 5) Are These Fractions Equivalent? (Multiplier 5 to 15) Equivalent Fractions Models Equivalent Fractions Models with the Simplified Fraction First Equivalent Fractions Models with the Simplified Fraction Second
• Equivalent Ratios Equivalent Ratios with Blanks Only on Right Equivalent Ratios with Blanks Anywhere Equivalent Ratios with x 's

Comparing and Ordering Fractions

Comparing fractions involves deciding which of two fractions is greater in value or if the two fractions are equal in value. There are generally four methods that can be used for comparing fractions. First is to use common denominators . If both fractions have the same denominator, comparing the fractions simply involves comparing the numerators. Equivalent fractions can be used to convert one or both fractions, so they have common denominators. A second method is to convert both fractions to a decimal and compare the decimal numbers. Visualization is the third method. Using something like fraction strips , two fractions can be compared with a visual tool. The fourth method is to use a cross-multiplication strategy where the numerator of the first fraction is multiplied by the denominator of the second fraction; then the numerator of the second fraction is multiplied by the denominator of the first fraction. The resulting products can be compared to decide which fraction is greater (or if they are equal).

• Comparing Proper Fractions Comparing Proper Fractions to Sixths ✎ Comparing Proper Fractions to Ninths (No Sevenths) ✎ Comparing Proper Fractions to Ninths ✎ Comparing Proper Fractions to Twelfths (No Sevenths; No Elevenths) ✎ Comparing Proper Fractions to Twelfths ✎

The worksheets in this section also include improper fractions. This might make the task of comparing even easier for some questions that involve both a proper and an improper fraction. If students recognize one fraction is greater than one and the other fraction is less than one, the greater fraction will be obvious.

• Comparing Proper and Improper Fractions Comparing Proper and Improper Fractions to Sixths ✎ Comparing Proper and Improper Fractions to Ninths (No Sevenths) ✎ Comparing Proper and Improper Fractions to Ninths ✎ Comparing Proper and Improper Fractions to Twelfths (No Sevenths; No Elevenths) ✎ Comparing Proper and Improper Fractions to Twelfths ✎ Comparing Improper Fractions to Sixths ✎ Comparing Improper Fractions to Ninths (No Sevenths) ✎ Comparing Improper Fractions to Ninths ✎ Comparing Improper Fractions to Twelfths (No Sevenths; No Elevenths) ✎ Comparing Improper Fractions to Twelfths ✎

This section additionally includes mixed fractions. When comparing mixed and improper fractions, it is useful to convert one of the fractions to the other's form either in writing or mentally. Converting to a mixed fraction is probably the better route since the first step is to compare the whole number portions, and if one is greater than the other, the proper fraction portion can be ignored. If the whole number portions are equal, the proper fractions must be compared to see which number is greater.

• Comparing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions Comparing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions to Sixths ✎ Comparing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions to Ninths (No Sevenths) ✎ Comparing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions to Ninths ✎ Comparing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions to Twelfths (No Sevenths; No Elevenths) ✎ Comparing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions to Twelfths ✎
• Comparing Improper and Mixed Fractions Comparing Improper and Mixed Fractions to Sixths ✎ Comparing Improper and Mixed Fractions to Ninths (No Sevenths) ✎ Comparing Improper and Mixed Fractions to Ninths ✎ Comparing Improper and Mixed Fractions to Twelfths (No Sevenths; No Elevenths) ✎ Comparing Improper and Mixed Fractions to Twelfths ✎
• Comparing Mixed Fractions Comparing Mixed Fractions to Sixths ✎ Comparing Mixed Fractions to Ninths (No Sevenths) ✎ Comparing Mixed Fractions to Ninths ✎ Comparing Mixed Fractions to Twelfths (No Sevenths; No Elevenths) ✎ Comparing Mixed Fractions to Twelfths ✎

Many of the same strategies that work for comparing fractions also work for ordering fractions. Using manipulatives such as fraction strips, using number lines, or finding decimal equivalents will all have your student(s) putting fractions in the correct order in no time. We've probably said this before, but make sure that you emphasize that when comparing or ordering fractions, students understand that the whole needs to be the same. Comparing half the population of Canada with a third of the population of the United States won't cut it. Try using some visuals to reinforce this important concept. Even though we've included number lines below, feel free to use your own strategies.

• Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 10 on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 24 on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 60 on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 100 on a Number Line
• Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators on a Number Line (Including Negative Fractions) Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 10 + Negatives on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 24 + Negatives on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 60 + Negatives on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with Easy Denominators to 100 + Negatives on a Number Line
• Ordering Fractions with All Denominators on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 10 on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 24 on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 60 on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 100 on a Number Line
• Ordering Fractions with All Denominators on a Number Line (Including Negative Fractions) Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 10 + Negatives on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 24 + Negatives on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 60 + Negatives on a Number Line Ordering Fractions with All Denominators to 100 + Negatives on a Number Line

The ordering fractions worksheets in this section do not include a number line, to allow for students to use various sorting strategies.

• Ordering Positive Fractions Ordering Positive Fractions with Like Denominators Ordering Positive Fractions with Like Numerators Ordering Positive Fractions with Like Numerators or Denominators Ordering Positive Fractions with Proper Fractions Only Ordering Positive Fractions with Improper Fractions Ordering Positive Fractions with Mixed Fractions Ordering Positive Fractions with Improper and Mixed Fractions
• Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Like Denominators Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Like Numerators Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Like Numerators or Denominators Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Proper Fractions Only Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Improper Fractions Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Mixed Fractions Ordering Positive and Negative Fractions with Improper and Mixed Fractions

Simplifying & Converting Fractions Worksheets

Rounding fractions helps students to understand fractions a little better and can be applied to estimating answers to fractions questions. For example, if one had to estimate 1 4/7 × 6, they could probably say the answer was about 9 since 1 4/7 is about 1 1/2 and 1 1/2 × 6 is 9.

• Rounding Fractions with Helper Lines Rounding Fractions to the Nearest Whole with Helper Lines Rounding Mixed Numbers to the Nearest Whole with Helper Lines Rounding Fractions to the Nearest Half with Helper Lines Rounding Mixed Numbers to the Nearest Half with Helper Lines
• Rounding Fractions Rounding Fractions to the Nearest Whole Rounding Mixed Numbers to the Nearest Whole Rounding Fractions to the Nearest Half Rounding Mixed Numbers to the Nearest Half

Learning how to simplify fractions makes a student's life much easier later on when learning operations with fractions. It also helps them to learn that different-looking fractions can be equivalent. One way of demonstrating this is to divide out two equivalent fractions. For example 3/2 and 6/4 both result in a quotient of 1.5 when divided. By practicing simplifying fractions, students will hopefully recognize unsimplified fractions when they start adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing with fractions.

• Simplifying Fractions Simplify Fractions (easier) Simplify Fractions (harder) Simplify Improper Fractions (easier) Simplify Improper Fractions (harder)
• Converting Between Improper and Mixed Fractions Converting Mixed Fractions to Improper Fractions Converting Improper Fractions to Mixed Fractions Converting Between (both ways) Mixed and Improper Fractions
• Converting Between Fractions and Decimals Converting Fractions to Terminating Decimals Converting Fractions to Terminating and Repeating Decimals Converting Terminating Decimals to Fractions Converting Terminating and Repeating Decimals to Fractions Converting Fractions to Hundredths
• Converting Between Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Ratios with Terminating Decimals Only Converting Fractions to Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Fractions to Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Decimals to Fractions, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Decimals to Fractions, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Percents to Fractions, Decimals and Part-to- Part Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Percents to Fractions, Decimals and Part-to- Whole Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Part-to-Part Ratios to Fractions, Decimals and Percents ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Part-to-Whole Ratios to Fractions, Decimals and Percents ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Various Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only) Converting Various Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios ( Terminating Decimals Only)
• Converting Between Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Ratios with Terminating and Repeating Decimals Converting Fractions to Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios Converting Fractions to Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios Converting Decimals to Fractions, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios Converting Decimals to Fractions, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios Converting Percents to Fractions, Decimals and Part-to- Part Ratios Converting Percents to Fractions, Decimals and Part-to- Whole Ratios Converting Part-to-Part Ratios to Fractions, Decimals and Percents Converting Part-to-Whole Ratios to Fractions, Decimals and Percents Converting Various Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios Converting Various Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios Converting Various Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Part Ratios with 7ths and 11ths Converting Various Fractions, Decimals, Percents and Part-to- Whole Ratios with 7ths and 11ths

Multiplying Fractions

Multiplying fractions is usually less confusing operationally than any other operation and can be less confusing conceptually if approached in the right way. The algorithm for multiplying is simply multiply the numerators then multiply the denominators. The magic word in understanding the multiplication of fractions is, "of." For example what is two-thirds OF six? What is a third OF a half? When you use the word, "of," it gets much easier to visualize fractions multiplication. Example: cut a loaf of bread in half, then cut the half into thirds. One third OF a half loaf of bread is the same as 1/3 x 1/2 and tastes delicious with butter.

• Multiplying Two Proper Fraction Multiplying Two Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ ✎ Multiplying Two Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Two Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Two Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Two Improper Fractions Multiplying Two Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Two Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Two Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Proper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Two Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying 3 Fractions Multiplying 3 Proper Fractions (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying 3 Proper and Improper Fractions (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Proper and Improper Fractions and Whole Numbers (3 factors) (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Fractions and Mixed Fractions (3 factors) (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying 3 Mixed Fractions (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎

Dividing Fractions

Conceptually, dividing fractions is probably the most difficult of all the operations, but we're going to help you out. The algorithm for dividing fractions is just like multiplying fractions, but you find the inverse of the second fraction or you cross-multiply. This gets you the right answer which is extremely important especially if you're building a bridge. We told you how to conceptualize fraction multiplication, but how does it work with division? Easy! You just need to learn the magic phrase: "How many ____'s are there in ______? For example, in the question 6 ÷ 1/2, you would ask, "How many halves are there in 6?" It becomes a little more difficult when both numbers are fractions, but it isn't a giant leap to figure it out. 1/2 ÷ 1/4 is a fairly easy example, especially if you think in terms of U.S. or Canadian coins. How many quarters are there in a half dollar?

• Dividing Two Proper Fractions Dividing Two Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Two Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Two Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Two Improper Fractions Dividing Two Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Two Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Two Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Proper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Two Mixed Fractions Dividing Two Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Two Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Two Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Two Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Whole Numbers and Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Whole Numbers and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Whole Numbers and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Proper, Improper and Mixed Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing 3 Fractions Dividing 3 Fractions Dividing 3 Fractions (Some Whole Numbers) Dividing 3 Fractions (Some Mixed) Dividing 3 Mixed Fractions

Multiplying and Dividing Fractions

This section includes worksheets with both multiplication and division mixed on each worksheet. Students will have to pay attention to the signs.

• Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying and Dividing Two Proper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying and Dividing Proper and Improper Fractions with Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions with No Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions with All Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying and Dividing Two Improper Fractions (Printable Only)
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• Multiplying and Dividing 3 Fractions Multiplying/Dividing Fractions (three factors) Multiplying/Dividing Mixed Fractions (3 factors)

Adding Fractions

Adding fractions requires the annoying common denominator. Make it easy on your students by first teaching the concepts of equivalent fractions and least common multiples. Once students are familiar with those two concepts, the idea of finding fractions with common denominators for adding becomes that much easier. Spending time on modeling fractions will also help students to understand fractions addition. Relating fractions to familiar examples will certainly help. For example, if you add a 1/2 banana and a 1/2 banana, you get a whole banana. What happens if you add a 1/2 banana and 3/4 of another banana?

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A common strategy to use when adding mixed fractions is to convert the mixed fractions to improper fractions, complete the addition, then switch back. Another strategy which requires a little less brainpower is to look at the whole numbers and fractions separately. Add the whole numbers first. Add the fractions second. If the resulting fraction is improper, then it needs to be converted to a mixed number. The whole number portion can be added to the original whole number portion.

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Subtracting Fractions

There isn't a lot of difference between adding and subtracting fractions. Both require a common denominator which requires some prerequisite knowledge. The only difference is the second and subsequent numerators are subtracted from the first one. There is a danger that you might end up with a negative number when subtracting fractions, so students might need to learn what it means in that case. When it comes to any concept in fractions, it is always a good idea to relate it to a familiar or easy-to-understand situation. For example, 7/8 - 3/4 = 1/8 could be given meaning in the context of a race. The first runner was 7/8 around the track when the second runner was 3/4 around the track. How far ahead was the first runner? (1/8 of the track).

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Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Mixing up the signs on operations with fractions worksheets makes students pay more attention to what they are doing and allows for a good test of their skills in more than one operation.

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All Operations Fractions Worksheets

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Operations with Negative Fractions Worksheets

Although some of these worksheets are single operations, it should be helpful to have all of these in the same location. There are some special considerations when completing operations with negative fractions. It is usually very helpful to change any mixed numbers to an improper fraction before proceeding. It is important to pay attention to the signs and know the rules for multiplying positives and negatives (++ = +, +- = -, -+ = - and -- = +).

• Adding with Negative Fractions Adding Negative Proper Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Adding Negative Proper Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Adding Negative Mixed Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fractions Results and No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Adding Negative Mixed Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fractions Results and No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Adding Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Adding Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Adding Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Adding Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Subtracting with Negative Fractions Subtracting Negative Proper Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Subtracting Negative Proper Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Subtracting Negative Mixed Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Sixths, Mixed Fractions Results and No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Subtracting Negative Mixed Fractions with Unlike Denominators Up to Twelfths, Mixed Fractions Results and No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Subtracting Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Subtracting Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Subtracting Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Subtracting Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Multiplying with Negative Fractions Multiplying Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Multiplying Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Multiplying Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only)
• Dividing with Negative Fractions Dividing Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Mixed Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Mixed Fractions Results and Some Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Mixed Fractions Results and No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Mixed Fractions Results and No Simplifying (Fillable, Savable, Printable) ✎ Dividing Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Negative Proper Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths, Proper Fraction Results and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Sixths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only) Dividing Negative Mixed Fractions with Denominators Up to Twelfths and Some Simplifying (Printable Only)

Order of Operations with Fractions Worksheets

The order of operations worksheets in this section actually reside on the Order of Operations page, but they are included here for your convenience.

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• Order of Operations with Positive and Negative Fractions 2-Step Order of Operations with Positive & Negative Fractions 3-Step Order of Operations with Positive & Negative Fractions 4-Step Order of Operations with Positive & Negative Fractions 5-Step Order of Operations with Positive & Negative Fractions 6-Step Order of Operations with Positive & Negative Fractions

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Fractions: Adding and Subtracting Fractions

Lesson 3: adding and subtracting fractions.

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Adding and subtracting fractions

In the previous lessons, you learned that a fraction is part of a whole. Fractions show how much you have of something, like 1/2 of a tank of gas or 1/3 of a cup of water.

In real life, you might need to add or subtract fractions. For example, have you ever walked 1/2 of a mile to work and then walked another 1/2 mile back? Or drained 1/4 of a quart of gas from a gas tank that had 3/4 of a quart in it? You probably didn't think about it at the time, but these are examples of adding and subtracting fractions.

Click through the slideshow to learn how to set up addition and subtraction problems with fractions.

Let's imagine that a cake recipe tells you to add 3/5 of a cup of oil to the batter.

You also need 1/5 of a cup of oil to grease the pan. To see how much oil you'll need total, you can add these fractions together.

When you add fractions, you just add the top numbers, or numerators .

That's because the bottom numbers, or denominators , show how many parts would make a whole.

We don't want to change how many parts make a whole cup ( 5 ). We just want to find out how many parts we need total.

So we only need to add the numerators of our fractions.

We can stack the fractions so the numerators are lined up. This will make it easier to add them.

And that's all we have to do to set up an addition example with fractions. Our fractions are now ready to be added.

We'll do the same thing to set up a subtraction example. Let's say you had 3/4 of a tank of gas when you got to work.

If you use 1/4 of a tank to drive home, how much will you have left? We can subtract these fractions to find out.

Just like when we added, we'll stack our fractions to keep the numerators lined up.

This is because we want to subtract 1 part from 3 parts.

Now that our example is set up, we're ready to subtract!

Try setting up these addition and subtraction problems with fractions. Don't try solving them yet!

You run 4/10 of a mile in the morning. Later, you run for 3/10 of a mile.

You had 7/8 of a stick of butter and used 2/8 of the stick while cooking dinner.

Your gas tank is 2/5 full, and you put in another 2/5 of a tank.

Solving addition problems with fractions

Now that we know how to write addition problems with fractions, let's practice solving a few. If you can add whole numbers , you're ready to add fractions.

Click through the slideshow to learn how to add fractions.

Let's continue with our previous example and add these fractions: 3/5 of cup of oil and 1/5 of a cup of oil.

Remember, when we add fractions, we don't add the denominators.

This is because we're finding how many parts we need total. The numerators show the parts we need, so we'll add 3 and 1 .

3 plus 1 equals 4 . Make sure to line up the 4 with the numbers you just added.

The denominators will stay the same, so we'll write 5 on the bottom of our new fraction.

3/5 plus 1/5 equals 4/5 . So you'll need 4/5 of a cup of oil total to make your cake.

Let's try another example: 7/10 plus 2/10 .

Just like before, we're only going to add the numerators. In this example, the numerators are 7 and 2 .

7 plus 2 equals 9 , so we'll write that to the right of the numerators.

Just like in our earlier example, the denominator stays the same.

So 7/10 plus 2/10 equals 9/10 .

Try solving some of the addition problems below.

Solving subtraction problems with fractions

Subtracting fractions is a lot like regular subtraction. If you can subtract whole numbers , you can subtract fractions too!

Click through the slideshow to learn how to subtract fractions.

Let's use our earlier example and subtract 1/4 of a tank of gas from 3/4 of a tank.

Just like in addition, we're not going to change the denominators.

We don't want to change how many parts make a whole tank of gas. We just want to know how many parts we'll have left.

We'll start by subtracting the numerators. 3 minus 1 equals 2 , so we'll write 2 to the right of the numerators.

Just like when we added, the denominator of our answer will be the same as the other denominators.

So 3/4 minus 1/4 equals 2/4 . You'll have 2/4 of a tank of gas left when you get home.

Let's try solving another problem: 5/6 minus 3/6 .

We'll start by subtracting the numerators.

5 minus 3 equals 2 . So we'll put a 2 to the right of the numerators.

As usual, the denominator stays the same.

So 5/6 minus 3/6 equals 2/6 .

Try solving some of the subtraction problems below.

After you add or subtract fractions, you may sometimes have a fraction that can be reduced to a simpler fraction. As you learned in Comparing and Reducing Fractions , it's always best to reduce a fraction to its simplest form when you can. For example, 1/4 plus 1/4 equals 2/4 . Because 2 and 4 can both be divided 2 , we can reduce 2/4 to 1/2 .

Adding fractions with different denominators

On the last page, we learned how to add fractions that have the same denominator, like 1/4 and 3/4 . But what if you needed to add fractions with different denominators? For example, our cake recipe might say to blend 1/4 cup of milk in slowly and then dump in another 1/3 of a cup.

In Comparing and Reducing Fractions , we compared fractions with a different bottom number, or denominator. We had to change the fractions so their denominators were the same. To do that, we found the lowest common denominator , or LCD .

We can only add or subtract fractions if they have the same denominators. So we'll need to find the lowest common denominator before we add or subtract these fractions. Once the fractions have the same denominator, we can add or subtract as usual.

Click through the slideshow to learn how to add fractions with different denominators.

Let's add 1/4 and 1/3 .

Before we can add these fractions, we'll need to change them so they have the same denominator .

To do that, we'll have to find the LCD , or lowest common denominator, of 4 and 3 .

It looks like 12 is the smallest number that can be divided by both 3 and 4, so 12 is our LCD .

Since 12 is the LCD, it will be the new denominator for our fractions.

Now we'll change the numerators of the fractions, just like we changed the denominators.

First, let's look at the fraction on the left: 1/4 .

To change 4 into 12 , we multiplied it by 3 .

Since the denominator was multiplied by 3 , we'll also multiply the numerator by 3 .

1 times 3 equals 3 .

1/4 is equal to 3/12 .

Now let's look at the fraction on the right: 1/3 . We changed its denominator to 12 as well.

Our old denominator was 3 . We multiplied it by 4 to get 12.

We'll also multiply the numerator by 4 . 1 times 4 equals 4 .

So 1/3 is equal to 4/12 .

Now that our fractions have the same denominator, we can add them like we normally do.

3 plus 4 equals 7 . As usual, the denominator stays the same. So 3/12 plus 4/12 equals 7/12 .

Try solving the addition problems below.

Subtracting fractions with different denominators

We just saw that fractions can only be added when they have the same denominator. The same thing is true when we're subtracting fractions. Before we can subtract, we'll have to change our fractions so they have the same denominator.

Click through the slideshow to learn how to subtract fractions with different denominators.

Let's try subtracting 1/3 from 3/5 .

First, we'll change the denominators of both fractions to be the same by finding the lowest common denominator .

It looks like 15 is the smallest number that can be divided evenly by 3 and 5 , so 15 is our LCD.

Now we'll change our first fraction. To change the denominator to 15 , we'll multiply the denominator and the numerator by 3 .

5 times 3 equals 15 . So our fraction is now 9/15 .

Now let's change the second fraction. To change the denominator to 15 , we'll multiply both numbers by 5 to get 5/15 .

Now that our fractions have the same denominator, we can subtract like we normally do.

9 minus 5 equals 4 . As always, the denominator stays the same. So 9/15 minus 5/15 equals 4/15 .

Try solving the subtraction problems below.

Adding and subtracting mixed numbers

Over the last few pages, you've practiced adding and subtracting different kinds of fractions. But some problems will need one extra step. For example, can you add the fractions below?

In Introduction to Fractions , you learned about mixed numbers . A mixed number has both a fraction and a whole number . An example is 2 1/2 , or two-and-a-half . Another way to write this would be 5/2 , or five-halves . These two numbers look different, but they're actually the same.

5/2 is an improper fraction . This just means the top number is larger than the bottom number. Even though improper fractions look strange, you can add and subtract them just like normal fractions. Mixed numbers aren't easy to add, so you'll have to convert them into improper fractions first.

Let's add these two mixed numbers: 2 3/5 and 1 3/5 .

We'll need to convert these mixed numbers to improper fractions. Let's start with 2 3/5 .

As you learned in Lesson 2 , we'll multiply the whole number, 2 , by the bottom number, 5 .

2 times 5 equals 10 .

Now, let's add 10 to the numerator, 3 .

10 + 3 equals 13 .

Just like when you add fractions, the denominator stays the same. Our improper fraction is 13/5 .

Now we'll need to convert our second mixed number: 1 3/5 .

First, we'll multiply the whole number by the denominator. 1 x 5 = 5 .

Next, we'll add 5 to the numerators. 5 + 3 = 8 .

Just like last time, the denominator remains the same. So we've changed 1 3/5 to 8/5 .

Now that we've changed our mixed numbers to improper fractions, we can add like we normally do.

13 plus 8 equals 21 . As usual, the denominator will stay the same. So 13/5 + 8/5 = 21/5 .

Because we started with a mixed number, let's convert this improper fraction back into a mixed number.

As you learned in the previous lesson , divide the top number by the bottom number. 21 divided by 5 equals 4, with a remainder of 1 .

The answer, 4, will become our whole number.

And the remainder , 1, will become the numerator of the fraction.

So 2 3/5 + 1 3/5 = 4 1/5 .

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Addition and Subtraction of Fraction: Methods, Examples, Facts, FAQs

What is addition and subtraction of fractions, methods of addition and subtraction of fractions, addition and subtraction of mixed numbers, solved examples on addition and subtraction of fractions, practice problems on addition and subtraction of fractions, frequently asked questions on addition and subtraction of fractions.

Addition and subtraction of fractions are the fundamental operations on fractions that can be studied easily using two cases:

• Addition and subtraction of like fractions (fractions with same denominators)
• Addition and subtraction of unlike fractions (fractions with different denominators)

A fraction represents parts of a whole. For example, the fraction 37 represents 3 parts out of 7 equal parts of a whole. Here, 3 is the numerator and it represents the number of parts taken. 7 is the denominator and it represents the total number of parts of the whole.

Adding and subtracting fractions is simple and straightforward when it comes to like fractions. In the case of unlike fractions, we first need to make the denominators the same. Let’s take a closer look at both these cases.

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Before adding and subtracting fractions, we first need to make sure that the fractions have the same denominators. 

When the denominators are the same, we simply add the numerators and keep the denominator as it is. To add or subtract unlike fractions, we first need to learn how to make the denominators alike. Let’s learn how to add fractions and how to subtract fractions in both cases.

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Addition and Subtraction of Like Fractions

The rules for adding fractions with the same denominator are really simple and straightforward. 

Let’s learn with the help of examples and visual bar models.

Addition of Like Fractions

Here are the steps to add fractions with the same denominator:

Step 1: Add the numerators of the given fractions. 

Step 2: Keep the denominator the same. 

Step 3: Simplify.          

$\frac{a}{c} + \frac{b}{c} = \frac{a + b}{c}$  …$c \neq 0$

Example 1: Find $\frac{1}{4} + \frac{2}{4}$ .

$\frac{1}{4} + \frac{2}{4} = \frac{1 + 2}{4} = \frac{3}{4}$

We can visualize this addition using a bar model:

Example 2: $\frac{1}{8} + \frac{3}{8} = \frac{1 + 3}{8} = \frac{4}{8} = \frac{1}{2}$

Subtraction of Like Fractions

Here are the steps to subtract fractions with the same denominator:

Step 1: Subtract the numerators of the given fractions. 

Step 3: Simplify. 

$\frac{a}{c}\;-\;\frac{b}{c} = \frac{a \;-\; b}{c}$ …$c \neq 0$

Example 1: Find $\frac{4}{6} \;-\; \frac{1}{6}$.

$\frac{4}{6}\;-\;\frac{1}{6} = \frac{4-1}{6} = \frac{3}{6} = \frac{1}{2}$

Addition and Subtraction of Unlike Fractions

Addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators can be a little bit tricky since the denominators are not the same. So, we need to first convert the unlike fractions into like fractions. Let’s look at a few ways to do this!

Addition of Unlike Fractions

We can make the denominators the same by finding the LCM of the two denominators. Once we calculate the LCM, we multiply both the numerator and the denominator with an appropriate number so that we get the LCM value in the denominator. 

Example: $\frac{3}{5} + \frac{3}{2}$

Step 1: Find the LCM (Least Common Multiple) of the two denominators.

The LCM of 5 and 2 is 10.

Step 2: Convert both the fractions into like fractions by making the denominators same.  

$\frac{3 \times 2}{5 \times 2} = \frac{6}{10}$  

$\frac{3 \times 5}{2 \times 5} = \frac{15}{10}$

Step 3: Add the numerators. The denominator stays the same.

$\frac{6}{10} + \frac{15}{10} = \frac{21}{10}$

Step 4: Convert the resultant fraction to its simplest form if the GCF of the numerator and denominator is not 1. 

In this case, GCF (21,10) $= 1$

The fraction $\frac{21}{10}$ is already in its simplest form. 

Thus, $\frac{3}{5} + \frac{3}{2} = \frac{21}{10}$

Subtraction of Unlike Fractions

Let’s learn how to subtract fractions when denominators are not the same. To subtract unlike fractions, we use the LCM method. The process is similar to what we discussed in the previous example.

Example: $\frac{5}{6} \;-\; \frac{2}{9}$

Step 1: Find the LCM of the two denominators.

LCM of 6 and $9 = 18$

Step 2: Convert both the fractions into like fractions by making the denominators same.

$\frac{5 \times 3}{6 \times 3} = \frac{15}{18}$   

$\frac{2 \times 2}{9 \times 2} = \frac{4}{18}$

Step 3: Subtract the numerators. The denominator stays the same.

$\frac{15}{18} \;-\; \frac{4}{18} = \frac{11}{18}$

In this case, the GCF (11,18) $= 1$

So, it is already in its simplest form. 

Thus, $\frac{5}{6}\;-\; 29 = \frac{11}{18}$

A mixed number is a type of fraction that has two parts: a whole number and a proper fraction. It is also known as a mixed fraction. Any mixed number can be written in the form of an improper fraction and vice-versa. 

Adding and subtracting mixed fractions is done by converting mixed numbers into improper fractions .

Addition and Subtraction of Mixed Fractions with Same Denominators

The steps of adding and subtracting mixed numbers with the same denominators are the same. The only difference is the operation.

Step 1: Convert the given mixed fractions to improper fractions.

Step 2: Add/Subtract the like fractions obtained in step 1.

Step 3: Reduce the fraction to its simplest form.

Step 4: Convert the resulting fraction into a mixed number.

Example 1: $2\frac{1}{5} + 1\frac{3}{5}$

$2\frac{1}{5} = \frac{(5 \times 2) + 1}{5} = \frac{11}{5}$

$1\frac{3}{5} = \frac{(5 \times 1) + 3}{5} = \frac{8}{5}$

Thus, $2\frac{1}{5} + 1\frac{3}{5} = \frac{11}{5} + \frac{8}{5} = \frac{19}{5}$

Converting $\frac{19}{5}$ into a mixed number, we get

$\frac{19}{5} = 3\frac{4}{5}$

Example 2: $2\frac{1}{5} + 1\frac{3}{5} = \frac{11}{5} \;-\; \frac{8}{5} = \frac{3}{5}$

Addition and Subtraction of Mixed Fractions with Unlike Denominators

Step 2: Convert both the fractions into like fractions by finding the least common denominator.

Step 3: Add the fractions. (or subtract the fractions.)

Step 4: Reduce the fraction if possible or convert back to a mixed number 

Let us understand the addition of mixed numbers with unlike denominators with the help of an example.

Example 1: Find the value of $1\frac{3}{5} + 2\frac{1}{2}$.

Convert the given mixed fractions to improper fractions.

$1\frac{3}{5} = \frac{8}{5}$ and $2\frac{1}{2} = \frac{5}{2}$

Step 2: Convert both the fractions into like fractions by making the denominators the same.

Here, LCM of 5 and 2 is 10.

Thus, $\frac{8 \times 2}{5 \times 2} = \frac{16}{10}$ and $\frac{5\times 5}{2 \times 5} = \frac{25}{10}$

Step 3: Add the fractions by adding the numerators.

$\frac{16}{10} + \frac{25}{10} = \frac{41}{10}$

Step 4: Convert back into a mixed number. 

Thus, $\frac{41}{10}$ will become  $4\frac{1}{10}$

Therefore, $1\frac{3}{5} + 2\frac{1}{2} =  4\frac{1}{10}$

Here’s an example for subtraction. It follows the same steps.

Example 2 : $6\frac{1}{2} \;-\; 1\frac{3}{4}$

Step 1: Convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions.

     $6\frac{1}{2} \;-\; 1\frac{3}{4} = \frac{13}{2} \;-\; \frac{7}{4}$

Step 2: Make the denominators equal.

LCM of 2 and 4 is 4. 

   $\frac{13 \times 2}{2 \times 2} = \frac{26}{4}$ 

Step 3: Subtract the fractions.

        $\frac{26}{4} \;-\;  \frac{7}{4} = \frac{19}{4}$

Step 4: Convert the fraction as a mixed number.

            $\frac{19}{4}  = 4\frac{3}{4}$  

Thus, $6\frac{1}{2} \;-\; 1\frac{3}{4}  =   4\frac{3}{4}$  

Facts about Addition and Subtraction of Fractions

• We cannot add or subtract fractions without converting them into like fractions.
• Like fractions are fractions that have the same denominator, and unlike fractions are fractions that have different denominators.
• Equivalent fractions are two different fractions that represent the same value.
• The LCD (least common denominator) of two fractions is the LCM of the denominators.

In this article, we have learned about addition and subtraction of fractions (like fractions, unlike fractions, mixed fractions), methods of addition and subtraction of these fractions along with the steps. Let’s solve some examples on adding and subtracting fractions to understand the concept better.

• Solve: $\frac{2}{4} + \frac{1}{4}$ .

Solution: 

Here, the denominators are the same.

Thus, we add the numerators by keeping the denominators as it is.

$\frac{2}{4} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{2 + 1}{4}$ 

$\frac{2}{4} + \frac{1}{4} = \frac{3}{4}$

2. Find the sum of the fractions $\frac{3}{5}$ and $\frac{5}{2}$ by using the LCM method.

$\frac{3}{5}$ and $\frac{5}{2}$ are unlike fractions.

The LCM of 2 and 5 is 10.

Thus, we can write

$\frac{3}{5} + \frac{5}{2} = \frac{3 \times 2}{5 \times 2} + \frac{5 \times 5}{2 \times 5}$

$= \frac{6}{10} + \frac{25}{10}$

            $= \frac{6}{10} + \frac{25}{10}$

            $= \frac{31}{10}$

Thus, $\frac{3}{5} + \frac{5}{2} =  \frac{31}{10}$

3. Find $\frac{4}{16} + \frac{5}{8}$.

Solution:  

To add two fractions with different denominators, we first need to find the LCM of the denominators.

The LCM of 16 and 8 is 16.

$\frac{4}{16} + \frac{5}{8} = \frac{4 \times 1}{16\times 1} + \frac{5 \times 2}{8 \times 2}$ 

            $= \frac{10}{16} + \frac{4}{16}$ 

            $= \frac{14}{16}$

$= \frac{7}{8}$

4. From a rope $12\frac{1}{2}$ ft. long, a $7 \frac{6}{8}\;-$ ft-long piece is cut off. Find the length of the remaining rope.

Total length of the rope $= 12\frac{1}{2}$ ft.

Length of the rope that was cut off $= 7 \frac{6}{8}$ ft. 

The length of the remaining rope $= 12\frac{1}{2} \;-\; 7 \frac{6}{8}$

$12\frac{1}{2} \;-\; 7 \frac{6}{8} = \frac{25}{2} \;-\; \frac{62}{8}$

         $= \frac{25 \times 4}{2 \times 4} \;-\; \frac{62 \times 1}{8\times 1}$

         $= \frac{100}{8} \;-\; \frac{62}{8}$

         $= \frac{38}{8}$

         $= \frac{19}{4}$

Converting it into a mixed fraction, $\frac{19}{4}$ becomes $4 \frac{3}{4}$.

Thus, the length of the remaining rope is $4\frac{3}{4}$ ft.

Attend this quiz & Test your knowledge.

Find $\frac{2}{4} + \frac{2}{4}$.

$\frac{7}{24} + \frac{5}{16} =$, what is the least common denominator of $\frac{1}{2}$ and $\frac{1}{3}$, $\frac{3}{6} \;-\; \frac{1}{6} =$, what equation does the following figure represent.

How do we add and subtract negative fractions?

Negative fractions are simply fractions with a negative sign. The steps to add and subtract the negative fractions remain the same. We need to follow the rules for addition/subtraction with negative signs.

How can we convert an improper fraction into a mixed number?

To convert an improper fraction into a mixed number, we divide the numerator by the denominator. The denominator stays the same. The quotient represents the whole number part. The remainder represents the numerator of the mixed number.

Example: $\frac{14}{3} = 4\; \text{R}\; 2$

Quotient $= 4$

Remainder $= 2$

$\frac{14}{3} = 4\frac{2}{3}$

How do we divide two fractions?

To divide one fraction by another, we multiply the first fraction by the reciprocal of the second fraction.

$\frac{A}{B} \div \frac{C}{D} = \frac{A}{B} \times \frac{D}{C}$

For example, $\frac{1}{2} \div \frac{3}{5} = \frac{1}{2} \times \frac{5}{3} = \frac{5}{6}$

What are the rules of adding and subtracting fractions?

• Before adding or subtracting, we check if the fractions have the same denominator.
• If the denominators are equal, then we add/subtract the numerators keeping the common denominator.
• If the denominators are different, then we make the denominators equal by using the LCM method. Once the fractions have the same denominator, we can add/subtract the numerators keeping the common denominator as it is.

How do we add and subtract fractions with whole numbers?

• Convert the whole number to a fraction. To do this, give the whole number a denominator of 1.
• Convert to fractions of like denominators. 
• Add/subtract the numerators. Now that the fractions have the same denominators, you can treat the numerators as a normal addition/subtraction problem.

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