Adding & Subtracting Mixed Numbers Word Problems

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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\frac{1}{2}.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction from the top is smaller, borrow from the whole number.

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Convert the mixed number 3\frac{1}{2} to an improper fraction.

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3\frac{1}{2} = \frac{7}{2}.

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What is the sum of 1\frac{1}{4} and 2\frac{2}{4}?

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1\frac{1}{4} + 2\frac{2}{4} = 3\frac{3}{4}.

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If Jamie runs 3\frac{2}{3} miles on Monday and 1\frac{2}{3} miles on Tuesday, how many miles does she run in total?

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5 and 6 miles.

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What is another way to write the mixed number 10\frac{7}{8}?

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10\frac{7}{8} = \frac{87}{8}.

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Shawn worked 3\frac{5}{6} hours on Saturday and 4\frac{1}{6} hours on Sunday. How many hours did he work in total?

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8 hours.

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Is the equation 5\frac{3}{8} + 3\frac{5}{8} = 9 true or false?

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True.

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How do you find the difference between two mixed numbers?

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Subtract the whole numbers and then subtract the fractions. If needed, borrow from the whole number.