standard_description: Add and subtract fractions with unlike denominators (including mixed numbers) by replacing given fractions with equivalent fractions in such a way as to produce an equivalent sum or difference of fractions with like denominators. For example, 2/3 + 5/4 = 8/12 + 15/12 = 23/12. (In general, a/b + c/d = (ad + bc)/bd.)
problem_activity: Problem 1
The model below represents one whole.
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Which fraction is equivalent to the one represented by the shaded part of the model?
Problem 2
A point is shown on the number line diagram below.
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Write three equivalent fractions for the location of this point.
Problem 3
Use the number line to explain how you know the fractions in #2 are equivalent.


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