Mixed fraction operations secret message puzzles

Each letter of a short message hides a fraction problem, with a mix of adding, subtracting and multiplying and the same denominators when adding or subtracting.

What is on this worksheet

Each letter of a short message hides a fraction problem, with a mix of adding, subtracting and multiplying and the same denominators when adding or subtracting.

  • Operation: A mix

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About fraction secret messages

Each letter of a short message is hidden behind a fraction problem. Students add, subtract or multiply, find the answer in the key and write the letter. Answers are in lowest terms.

The key gives every answer its own letter, so there is exactly one message. Choose adding, subtracting, multiplying or a mix, and whether denominators are the same or different.

Printing

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