Addition and Subtraction of Mixed Numbers Word Problems

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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 1/3.

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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. 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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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction from the first number is smaller than the second, borrow from the whole number.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator are the smallest possible whole numbers that represent the same value.

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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 sum of 2 1/4 and 3 3/4?

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The sum is 6.

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What is the difference between 5 1/2 and 2 1/2?

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The difference is 3.

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If you have 4 2/5 and you use 1 1/5, how much do you have left?

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You have 3 1/5 left.

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What is the total distance if you ride 1 3/4 miles and then 2 1/4 miles?

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The total distance is 4 miles.

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How do you find the distance between two mixed numbers?

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Subtract the smaller mixed number from the larger mixed number.