Mixed Number Addition and Subtraction

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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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, and if necessary, convert 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 the denominator, such as 5/3.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 2/3.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions, and if necessary, convert to a mixed number.

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What is a simplified fraction?

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A simplified fraction is a fraction where the only common factor of the numerator and denominator is 1.

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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The first step in adding fractions is to find a common denominator.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a number that is a multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator.

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

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The sum is 3 3/4.