Y5

Maths

Add Fractions with Related Denominators Reasoning and Problem Solving

Worksheet
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This Year 5 Add Fractions with Related Denominators Reasoning and Problem Solving resource gives your pupils the opportunity to apply their understanding of related denominators to solve problems with fractions.

The first question is a reasoning question which requires them to calculate and then explain their answer. In the second and third questions, pupils solve problems by selecting or creating fractions with related denominators to reach a specific total. All questions require careful reading.

An answer sheet is provided to help busy teachers with marking or pupils with self marking.


Curriculum Objectives

  • Add and subtract fractions with the same denominator and denominators that are multiples of the same number