How many problems are on this worksheet?

8 on one page, with the answer key on the last page.

What grade and standard is it for?

Grade 5. Common Core: 5.NF.A.2.

Can I print more than one version?

Yes. Every version has different numbers and its own answer key. Use “Make another version” for a new one; the same version always prints the same.

When do students learn fractions?

In the Common Core, fractions as numbers and on a number line start in Grade 3 (3.NF), adding and subtracting like denominators is Grade 4 (4.NF.B.3), and unlike denominators is Grade 5 (5.NF.A.1).

Do the answers have to be in lowest terms?

Each question says when it does. The answer key gives answers in lowest terms, and mixed numbers where the question asks for them.

Fraction word problems

This Grade 5 worksheet practices fraction word problems (Common Core 5.NF.A.2).

8 fraction word problems problems with an answer key. Free printable PDF.

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On this sheet

Ben walked 1/3 kilometre to the park. Then Ben walked 3/5 kilometre to school. How far did Ben walk in all, in kilometres? — answer: 14/15
Emma had 2/3 kilogram of cheese. Emma used 5/8 kilogram of the cheese for lunch. How much cheese is left, in kilograms? — answer: 1/24
Emma has two pieces of ribbon. One is 1/8 metre long and the other is 3/8 metre long. How many metres of ribbon does Emma have in all? Give the answer in lowest terms. — answer: 1/2

How to teach it

Equivalent fractions: multiply or divide the numerator and the denominator by the same number.
Comparing: with the same denominator, compare numerators; otherwise rewrite both over a common denominator.
Adding and subtracting: the denominators must match first. Add or subtract the numerators and keep the denominator.
Mixed numbers: add the wholes and the fractions, then regroup if the fraction part is one or more.

Questions teachers ask

How many problems are on this worksheet?: 8 on one page, with the answer key on the last page.
What grade and standard is it for?: Grade 5. Common Core: 5.NF.A.2.
Can I print more than one version?: Yes. Every version has different numbers and its own answer key. Use “Make another version” for a new one; the same version always prints the same.
When do students learn fractions?: In the Common Core, fractions as numbers and on a number line start in Grade 3 (3.NF), adding and subtracting like denominators is Grade 4 (4.NF.B.3), and unlike denominators is Grade 5 (5.NF.A.1).
Do the answers have to be in lowest terms?: Each question says when it does. The answer key gives answers in lowest terms, and mixed numbers where the question asks for them.

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