Pre-Algebra - Adding Negative Fractions

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What is a negative fraction?

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A negative fraction is a fraction where the numerator or the denominator (or both) is negative, indicating a value less than zero.

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How do you add a negative fraction to a positive fraction?

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To add a negative fraction to a positive fraction, convert both fractions to have a common denominator, then add the numerators, keeping track of the signs.

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What is the sum of (-2 ⅚) + 3 ⅔?

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⅚

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What is the result of adding two negative fractions?

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The sum of two negative fractions is always negative.

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What is the sum of 2 6/9 + (-5 1/4)?

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-2 7/12

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How do you convert mixed numbers to improper fractions?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the sum of -5/12 + 7/8?

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11/24

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What is the process for adding fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator, convert each fraction, then add the numerators.

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What is the sum of -8⅚ + -2⅕?

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-11 1/30

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What is the sum of -1 7/8 + (-3 1/2)?

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-5 3/8