Suitable for Grades: 5th Grade
CCSS: 5.NF.A.2, 5.NS.B.4
CCSS Description: Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of fractions referring to the same whole, including cases of unlike denominators, e.g., by 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. For example, recognize an incorrect result 2/5 + 1/2 = 3/7, by observing that 3/7 < 1/2.
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Split into calculator and non-calculator sections, this problem solving worksheet is perfect to use once students are confident completing fraction operations and finding fractions of amounts.
Questions are all based on real life scenarios and include problems such finding area and perimeter when dimensions are fractional and increasing $55 by 2/11.
Try Fractions Word Problems B as a follow up activity.