Add and Subtract Mixed Numbers

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/2 = (2*2 + 1)/2 = 5/2.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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Convert each mixed number to an improper fraction.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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What do you do after adding or subtracting the fractions in mixed numbers?

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If the result is an improper fraction, convert it back to a mixed number.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C