Introduction to Fractions Part 1
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Lesson Summary:
In this introduction to fractions, Professor Perez explains the basics of fraction notation and demonstrates how to add and subtract fractions with the same denominator. With the help of a number line, Charlie and Professor Perez work through a series of examples, starting with breaking one into halves and thirds and gradually adding more fractions. By the end of the lesson, viewers will be able to add and subtract fractions with ease, as long as the denominators are the same.
Lesson Description:
An introduction to fractions.
Created by and copyright of Larry Perez. Funded by the state of California through Saddleback College. More information on videos, resources, and lessons at Algebra2Go.
Questions answered by this video:
- What are fractions?
- How do you add and subtract fractions using a number line?
- How can you use a number line to teach fractions?
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Staff Review
This lesson explains and teaches fractions using a number line. Then, fractions are added and subtracted on a number line. This is a very good place to start for learning how to work with fractions.
