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 proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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To add mixed numbers with like denominators, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions, and if necessary, simplify the result.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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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, then subtract the fractions.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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Convert the improper fraction 3/2 into a mixed number.

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1 1/2.

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What is the result of 6 2/6 + 1 2/6?

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7 2/3.

Tags

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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How do you simplify the fraction 4/8?

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4/8 simplifies to 1/2.

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What is the result of 7 5/8 + 4 4/8?

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12 1/8.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the result of 5 1/7 - 2 4/7?

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2 4/7.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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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, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the result of 7 4/7 - 5 2/7?

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2 2/7.

Tags

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D