Mixed Numbers - All operations

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What is a mixed number?

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

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator, like 5/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 that over the denominator.

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

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The sum is 3 5/6.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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Convert them to improper fractions, perform the subtraction, and convert back if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the result of 4 1/6 - 2 2/3?

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The result is 1 1/2.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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

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The product is 3/8.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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How do you multiply mixed numbers?

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Convert to improper fractions, multiply, and simplify if needed.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the definition of a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole, expressed as a numerator over a denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the sum of 2 5/8 and 1 3/4?

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The sum is 4 3/8.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2