Equivalent Fractions!
We are learning to add and subtract fractions with like and unlike denominators.
Levi has ¾ of a bag of lollies. If he is given another 3/12 of a bag, what fraction of a bag will he have? 1 Whole
If there were 32 lollies in the whole bag, how many lollies does
32 lollies
Bob has a 3 3/4 metre of length of wood. He cuts off 2 1/3 metres.
What length of wood is left?
1/4,1/3 - 1/12
3/4 in 1/12 =9/12
3 9/12 -
2 4/12 =
1 5/12
1 comments:
Well done Alfred, you were the first in the class to work out that thirds and quarters could be turned into 12ths!
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