Add and Subtract Mixed Numbers with Like Denominators

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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 with like denominators?

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To add mixed numbers with like denominators, add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions together.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers with like denominators?

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To subtract mixed numbers with like denominators, subtract the whole numbers and then subtract the fractions.

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What is the first step in adding or subtracting mixed numbers?

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

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What do you do if the fraction part of a mixed number is improper after addition?

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If the fraction part is improper, convert it to a mixed number by adding 1 to the whole number.

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What is 1 1/2 + 2 1/2?

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4.

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What is 3 3/4 - 1 1/4?

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2 1/2.

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What is 5 2/5 + 3 1/5?

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8.

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What is 7 1/6 - 2 2/6?

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4 5/6.

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

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6 3/4.