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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\frac{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 an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as \frac{9}{4}.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction result is negative, borrow from the whole number.

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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, used to add or subtract them.

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How do you find a common denominator for \frac{4}{9} and \frac{1}{9}?

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The common denominator for \frac{4}{9} and \frac{1}{9} is 9, since both fractions already have the same denominator.

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What is the process to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the result of adding \frac{4}{9} and \frac{1}{9}?

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The result of adding \frac{4}{9} and \frac{1}{9} is \frac{5}{9}.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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What is the GCF of 8 and 12?

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The greatest common factor (GCF) of 8 and 12 is 4.