Mixed Math Review

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, like 2 1/2.

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What is a unit fraction?

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A unit fraction is a fraction where the numerator is 1, like 1/4.

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How do you add two fractions with the same denominator?

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Add the numerators and keep the same denominator. For example, 1/4 + 2/4 = 3/4.

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What is subtraction of fractions?

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To subtract fractions, subtract the numerators and keep the same denominator. For example, 3/4 - 1/4 = 2/4.

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What is the sum of 26 and 34?

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The sum of 26 and 34 is 60.

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How do you find the total number of items after giving some away?

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Add the number of items given away to the remaining items. For example, if Beth has 34 bouncy balls left after giving away some, and she gave away 28, she started with 62 bouncy balls.

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator over a denominator, like 3/4.

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What does it mean for a fraction to be improper?

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An improper fraction has a numerator that is greater than or equal to its denominator, like 5/4.

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What is the equivalent fraction of 1/2?

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An equivalent fraction of 1/2 is 2/4.

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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 and add the numerator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.