Adding and Subtracting 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 1/2.

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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 first step in subtracting mixed numbers with like denominators?

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

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

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The sum is 8 3/8.

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If you have 2 3/4 - 1 1/4, what is the result?

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The result is 1 1/2.

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What is the denominator in the fraction 3/4?

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The denominator is 4.

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What is the numerator in the fraction 5/8?

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The numerator is 5.

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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 to find the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.

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What is 6/8 simplified?

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6/8 simplified is 3/4.