Adding Mixed Numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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1. Add the whole numbers together. 2. Add the fractions together. 3. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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Convert the improper fraction 13/4 to a mixed number.

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3 1/4.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together.

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What do you do if the sum of the fractions is greater than 1?

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Convert the sum to a mixed number and add it to the whole number sum.

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What is the sum of 2 1/3 and 3 2/3?

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6.

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How do you simplify the fraction 8/12?

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Divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 4, to get 2/3.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The GCD is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder.

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What is the sum of 5 5/6 and 2 3/4?

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8 7/12.