Click here to see a step-by-step slideshow. STEP 1 - Draw a square with 5 columns (5 is the denominator of the first fraction) and a square with 4 rows (4 is the denominator of the second fraction).

If you were to add \(\frac{1}{2}\) and \(\frac{1}{3}\), it is hard to picture what the answer would be. Rewriting the fractions with a common bottom number, or denominator (in this case, \({6}\)), ...

Many students find math challenging, especially when dealing with fractions, decimals, and percentages. Mastering the conversion between these forms simplifies calculations and enhances understanding.