What is ?
Mixed numbers on the line; adding and subtracting fractions
Year 4 · Lower Key Stage 2 · 4F-1, 4F-3 — Mixed numbers on the number line; add and subtract fractions with the same denominator
Draft — awaiting teacher review
Builds on: Mixed numbers and improper fractions (Year 4), Fractions: parts, amounts and adding (Year 3)
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Concept Anchor
The denominator names the size of the parts. If the parts are the same size, just add or take away the numerators. Five fifths make one whole.
Worked example
- 1.Both are fifths.
- 2.3 fifths + 4 fifths = 7 fifths.
- 3..
- 4.5 fifths make 1 whole, so this is also .
II
Guided Check
What is ?
III
Independent Diagnostic Practice
Which number is between 2 and 3 on a number line?
A jug holds litres of juice. Sam pours out of a litre. How many litres are left?