MA19.5.9

Mathematics (2019) Grade(s): 5

MA19.5.9
Model and solve real-word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions referring to the same whole, including cases of unlike denominators, using visual fraction models or equations to represent the problem. Use benchmark fractions and number sense of fractions to estimate mentally, and assess the reasonableness of answers.

Unpacked Content

Knowledge

Students know:

The meaning and magnitude of fractions expressed in units of halves, fourths, eighths, thirds, sixths, twelfths, fifths, tenths, and hundredths.
Strategies to find sums of two or more fractions with like denominators.
Strategies to find the difference of two fractions with like denominators.
How to decompose a fraction greater than 1 and express as a mixed number.
Example: 7/3 = 3/3 + 3/3 + 1/3 = 2 1/3.

Skills

Students are able to:

Solve real-word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators.
Represent problems using fraction models or equations.
Assess reasonableness of answers using estimation and benchmark fractions.

Understanding

Students understand that:

solving word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike units
Require strategies to find equivalent fractions in a common unit, and the sum or difference will be expressed in the common unit.
Can be assessed for reasonableness of answers using estimation strategies.

Vocabulary

Fraction
Benchmark fraction
Denominator
Fraction model
Estimate
Reasonableness
Equation
Unlike denominator
Unlike units

COS Examples

Example: Recognize an incorrect result $\frac{2}{5} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{3}{7}$ by observing that $\frac{3}{7} < \frac{1}{2}$.

Aligned Learning Resources

Gallon Man Meets Fraction Friend: An Introductory Lesson on Adding Fractions with Unlike Denominators

Add & Subtract With Unlike Denominators StudyJam

Tune-up: Simplifying Fractions | Skills on Demand

Scale City | Proportions and Music in the Real World

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