Add and Subtract 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 fraction, such as 2 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, 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 subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions.

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What do you do if the fraction in a mixed number is larger than 1 when adding?

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Convert the improper fraction to a mixed number and add it to the whole number.

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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 new numerator.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you find a common denominator for adding fractions?

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Find the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators to use as the common denominator.

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

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The sum is 3/4.

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What is the difference between 3/4 and 1/2?

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The difference is 1/4.

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How do you simplify the fraction 4/8?

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Divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor, which is 4. The simplified fraction is 1/2.