Add/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.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers with like denominators?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions.

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What does 'like denominators' mean?

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Like denominators mean that the fractions have the same bottom number (denominator), such as 1/4 and 3/4.

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Calculate: 4 1/3 + 2 1/3

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6 2/3

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Calculate: 5 1/7 - 2 4/7

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2 4/7

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Calculate: 4 1/4 - 2 3/4

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1 2/4 or 1 1/2.

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Calculate: 3 1/3 - 1 2/3

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1 2/3

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Calculate: 3 - 2 1/7

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6/7

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What is the result of adding fractions with like denominators?

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The result is a fraction with the same denominator, where the numerators are added together.