Fractions problem solving
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- In this lesson, we will be learning how to solve fraction problems relating to shape, including calculating the perimeter and finding missing lengths.
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5 Questions
Q1.
Subtract the fractions below.
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1/15
1/2
Q2.
Subtract the mixed numbers below.
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1/2
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Q3.
I ate 1/4 of a cake. Zak ate 1/8 of the cake. What is the difference between what we both ate?
1/4
3/8
Q4.
Iman walks 7/8 of a mile to school. Janiya walks 1/2 of a mile to school. How much further does Iman walk than Janiya?
6/8 of a mile
8/10 of a mile
Q5.
Solve the subtraction equation.
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10/8
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5 Questions
Q1.
Express the fraction below in its simplest form.
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4/6
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Q2.
Convert the improper fraction to a mixed number.
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b
c
Q3.
Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction.
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14/7
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Q4.
Add the fractions. Give your answer as an improper fraction.
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a
b
Q5.
Subtract the fractions below.
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2/3
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