Khan Academy: Fraction Word Problem Piano

Help young mathematicians crack the code of word problems with this three-lesson series on problem solving. Walking students step-by-step through the process of identifying key information, creating algebraic equations, and finally...

Sal solves a fraction word problem about practicing piano. The fractions have common denominators.

Sal Khan solves a fraction word problem about the length of a lizard. The fractions have common denominators.

Video tutorial shows how to solve a fraction word problem about the length of a lizard. [2:28]

Sal Khan solves a fraction word problem about spider eyes. The fractions have common denominators.

A set of worksheets prompts learners to practice solving fraction-based word problems. Each problem involves the division of whole numbers by unit fractions. As they work, mathematicians begin to see how division relates to...

Sal Khan uses fraction models to figure out what fraction of a pizza is left.

Sal solves length word problems with addition and subtraction. Includes a video, transcript, and question and answer section. [5:49]

Sal Khan solves a division word problem.

Practice solving word problems involving percents. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.