Adding Mixed Numbers (Like and Unlike Denominators)

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What is a mixed number?

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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How do you add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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Add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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How do you add mixed numbers with unlike denominators?

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First, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then add the whole numbers and the fractions.

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What is an improper fraction?

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What is an equivalent fraction?

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What is the process to 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 over the denominator is the fraction.