Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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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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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions before performing the subtraction.

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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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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What do you need to have when adding unlike fractions?

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You need a common denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C