Adding/Subtracting 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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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions.

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What do you do if the fraction in a mixed number is larger than the fraction you are subtracting?

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If the fraction is larger, you need to borrow 1 from the whole number, converting it into an equivalent fraction.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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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 new numerator.

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What is 6 2/4 + 3 3/4?

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10 1/4.

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What is 5 5/6 + 1 4/6 in simplest form?

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7 1/2.

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What is the process of simplifying a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor.

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What does it mean to solve to lowest terms?

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It means to reduce the fraction to its simplest form.