On this page, you can practice adding and subtraction fractions and mixed numbers. In fact, I venture to say this is the most versatile online practice activity you'll find anywhere, because of the variety of options we offer.
There can be from 2 to 4 fractions to add/subtract. You can specify the denominators to use (as a list). The practice problems can include proper fractions, improper fractions, and/or mixed numbers.
The operation can be addition, subtraction, or a mix of both. The final answer can be required to be in lowest terms or not, and required to be given as a mixed number or not. This allows teachers to generate practice problems for lower grade levels when students have not yet learned how to simplify fractions or how to change them to mixed numbers.
Here are some quick links with ready-made options:
Add/subtract fractions
List of denominators (comma-separated):
Types of numbers:
Operation:
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Check out our self-teaching worktexts!
Grades 2-4. Equivalent fractions, comparing fractions, mixed numbers, adding and subtracting fractions and mixed numbers with the same denominator. Both print & digital. Lots of visual models!
Grade 5. All aspects of fraction arithmetic, part 1, focusing on addition and subtraction and related topics. Available as both print and digital books. See the free sample lessons!
Grade 5. All aspects of fraction arithmetic, part 2, focusing on multiplication and division and related topics. Available as both print and digital books. See the free sample lessons!
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