Adding and Subtracting Fractions (with the same denominator) Worksheets

Objective: I can add and subtract fractions with the same denominator and simplify the answers.

When adding or subtracting fractions with the same denominator

Step 1: Add or subtract the numerator

Step 2: Fill in the denominator

Step 3: Simplify the answers

Fractions can be simplified by

1. changing improper fractions to mixed numbers

2. changing proper fractions to its lowest terms

Read Adding Fractions if you need to learn about adding and subtracting fractions.

Fill in all the gaps, then press "Check" to check your answers. Use the "Hint" button to get a free letter if an answer is giving you trouble. You can also click on the "[?]" button to get a clue. Note that you will lose points if you ask for hints or clues!

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