Adding Mixed Fractions

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a number that consists of a whole number and a proper fraction combined, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you subtract mixed fractions?

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To subtract mixed fractions, convert them to improper fractions, find a common denominator, and then subtract the fractions.

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions, allowing them to be added or subtracted.

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How do you find a common denominator for 2/3 and 1/4?

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The least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators 3 and 4 is 12, so the common denominator is 12.

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What is the first step in adding mixed fractions?

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The first step is to convert the mixed fractions into improper fractions.

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Convert the mixed number 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.

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3 2/5 as an improper fraction is 17/5.

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What is the result of adding 1 1/2 and 2 3/4?

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The result is 4 1/4.

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How do you simplify the fraction 8/12?

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To simplify 8/12, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor, which is 4, resulting in 2/3.

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What is the process for adding fractions with different denominators?

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1. Find a common denominator. 2. Convert each fraction to an equivalent fraction with the common denominator. 3. Add the numerators and keep the common denominator.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 9/4?

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The mixed number equivalent of 9/4 is 2 1/4.