Decompose a fraction in two ways — Guided Practice — page 1
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Worksheet directions

Grade 4 • Guided Practice • Work with your teacher or a partner. Discuss the model or strategy, then complete each problem.

Sample questions

  1. Write 5/6 as a sum of unit fractions and as a sum of two fractions with denominator 6. Explain why both sums name the same amount. Answer: ___
  2. Write 7/8 as a sum of unit fractions and as a sum of two fractions with denominator 8. Explain why both sums name the same amount. Answer: ___
  3. Write 2/3 as a sum of unit fractions and as a sum of two fractions with denominator 3. Explain why both sums name the same amount. Answer: ___
  4. Write 5/4 as a sum of unit fractions and as a sum of two fractions with denominator 4. Explain why both sums name the same amount. Answer: ___
  5. Write 3/4 as a sum of unit fractions and as a sum of two fractions with denominator 4. Explain why both sums name the same amount. Answer: ___
  6. Write 5/3 as a sum of unit fractions and as a sum of two fractions with denominator 3. Explain why both sums name the same amount. Answer: ___

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Common Core connections

Source labels: 4.NF.B.3b. Review the learning goals below to check the fit for your class.

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