Adding and Subtracting 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 1/3.

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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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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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Convert 9/5 to a mixed number.

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1 4/5

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What is the sum of 2 2/3 and 9 4/5?

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12 7/15

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Convert to improper fractions, add them, and convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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What is the total weight of Bixby and Alexa if Bixby weighs 4 1/8 kg and their total weight is 6 7/8 kg?

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2 6/8 kg (or 2 3/4 kg) is Alexa's weight.

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If Mrs. Vasquez bought 2 1/3 pounds of grapes and 1 2/3 pounds of bananas, how many pounds of fruit did she buy?

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4 pounds.

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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 divisor (GCD).