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Operation Mathlete Episode 3: The Fraction Challenge

Apr 21, 2015 | Hinsdale

This weeks challenge was really tough for the aspiring mathletes. Shana, Max, and Sky needed to learn everything the could about fractions. Fractions are a tough subject for a lot of kids. Many kids don't understand what fractions are and frequently struggle with them in school. Check out this episode to see how the contestants faired with adding fractions to make a whole.

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Operation Mathlete Episode 3: The Fraction Challenge

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