Math · Topic 37 of 65
Adding and Subtracting Fractions
⭐ MasteredTo add or subtract fractions with the same bottom number, add or subtract the top numbers and keep the bottom the same. Different bottom numbers must be made equal first.
💡 Fun fact
Three quarters plus one quarter makes one whole.
All about Adding and Subtracting Fractions
When fractions have the same denominator, you add or subtract the numerators and keep the denominator. If the denominators differ, first write equivalent fractions with a common denominator.
Practising with simple examples builds confidence for harder fraction problems.
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Real-life uses of Adding and Subtracting Fractions
- Working out how much pizza is left
- Measuring ingredients in cooking
- Adding parts of a journey
Frequently asked questions about Adding and Subtracting Fractions
What is 1/4 plus 2/4?
It is 3/4.
Why must denominators match before adding?
Matching denominators means the parts are the same size, so they can be added.