Unit 8 Contents

Work with a partner to solve the following problems. You will need to use two sets of fraction strips. Write a number sentence for each problem.

1. Maya has of a yard of fabric. She needs of a yard of fabric for a craft project. How much fabric will she have left over after she completes her project?
2. Frank is baking a cake. The recipe calls for cup of oil and cup of water. How much liquid will Frank add to the cake mix?
3. Jessie used of a board for a sign. What fraction of the board is left for another project?

4. There was of a pie on the counter when Luis got home from school.
1. Luis ate of the whole pie. How much of the whole pie is left?
2. Luis's sister ate another of the whole pie. Now how much of the whole pie is left?

3. Use your fraction strips to find another fraction that is equal to your answer to Question 4B.
5. Ming rode his bike  mile to Frank's house. He then rode
    mile back home again. How far did Ming ride altogether?



6. Irma must finish her homework and practice piano before she can go outside to play. It takes her hour to do her homework and she practices piano for hour. How long does she have to wait before going outside to play?


7. Use your fraction strips to complete the following number sentences.
1. + =
2. + =
3. + =
4. + =
5. – =
6. – =
7. – =
8. – =