MOD Adding & Subtracting Fractions & 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\frac{1}{2}.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 1\frac{2}{3} = \frac{5}{3}.

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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 \frac{5}{3}.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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Divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the sum of 2\frac{1}{4} and 1\frac{3}{4}?

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The sum is 4.

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What is the difference between 3\frac{1}{2} and 1\frac{1}{2}?

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The difference is 2.

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How do you convert an improper fraction back 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 the least common multiple (LCM) of 4 and 6?

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The LCM is 12.