Adding Mixed numbers with like denominators

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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 1/4.

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How do you add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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To add mixed numbers with like denominators, add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions.

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What is the sum of 2 1/4 and 1 3/4?

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4.

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What is the sum of 5 1/2 and 3?

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8 1/2.

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What is the sum of 4 and 10 1/8?

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14 1/8.

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What is the sum of 3 1/8 and 5 2/8?

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8 3/8.

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

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4 1/3.

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What does 'like denominators' mean?

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Like denominators are when two or more fractions have the same bottom number (denominator), such as 1/4 and 3/4.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions if necessary, but with like denominators, you can add directly.

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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.