Add or Subtract? and Simplifying Mixed Numbers

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What does it mean to simplify a mixed number?

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To simplify a mixed number means to convert it into a simpler form, often by reducing the fraction part.

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When do you add fractions?

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You add fractions when you are combining quantities, such as total amounts of paint or total distances.

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When do you subtract fractions?

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You subtract fractions when you are finding the difference between two quantities, such as remaining distances or amounts.

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the numerator of the fraction.