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Solving Problems with Fractions

Adding and Subtracting Fractions

1. Find common denominator using Least Common Multiple
2. Convert to equivalent fractions
3. Add or subtract numerators (borrow from whole number if necessary)
4. Add or subtract whole numbers
5. Simplify

Multiplying Fractions

1. Change all mixed numbers to improper fractions
2. Cancel numerator to denominator if possible
3. Multiply numerators straight across
4. Multiply denominators straight across
5. Simplify

Dividing Fractions

1. Change mixed numbers to improper fractions
2. Keep 1st fraction Change division to multiplication Flip the 2nd fraction
3. Cancel numerator to denominator if possible
4. Multiply numerator and denominator straight acroass
5. Simplify

Websites to Practice

Try these websites for some games to practice your fraction skills
http://www.jamit.com.au/welcome.html
htpp://www.fractionbars.com/InteractiveGames.htm
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