Add & Subtract 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 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 over the denominator is the fraction.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that represents how many parts are being considered.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that represents the total number of equal parts.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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Subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction result is negative, borrow from the whole number.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors.

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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.

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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 3/4.

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What is the first step in adding fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator before adding the fractions.