Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole. It consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the part and 2 is the whole.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 2 1/4 is a mixed number, where 2 is the whole number and 1/4 is the fraction.

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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How do you subtract fractions with like denominators?

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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The first step in adding mixed numbers is to add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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

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

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, first find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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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. It allows you to add or subtract fractions.