Adding 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 proper 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. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the sum of 8 1/2 and 2 1/2?

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11

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

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8 3/8

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What is the sum of 7 3/5 and 9 2/5?

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17

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What is the sum of 6 2/6 and 1 2/6?

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7 2/3

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What is 1/5 + 3/5?

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4/5

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.

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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 5/4.

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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.