Add 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 proper fraction, such as 3 1/2.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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The first step is to separate the whole numbers from the fractions.

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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 is the numerator of the fraction.

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What is the sum of 3 1/2 and 2 1/4?

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The sum is 5 3/4.

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What is the sum of 2 3/4 and 1 1/2?

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The sum is 4 1/4.

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What is the sum of 6 1/2 and 2 1/3?

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The sum is 8 5/6.

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What are equivalent fractions?

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Equivalent fractions are different fractions that represent the same value, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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How do you find a common denominator for adding fractions?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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What is the sum of 3 1/2 and 4 3/10?

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The sum is 7 4/5 or 7 8/10.