Adding/ Subtracting/Multiplying Mixed Numbers/Improper Fractions

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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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How do you 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.

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What is the sum of 1/2 and 1/3?

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The sum is 5/6.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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

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What is the product of 2 1/4 and 3?

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The product is 6 3/4.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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Subtract the whole numbers and the fractions separately. If the fraction is smaller than the fraction being subtracted, borrow from the whole number.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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How do you multiply fractions?

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Multiply the numerators together and the denominators together. Simplify if possible.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you find the least common multiple (LCM)?

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List the multiples of each number and find the smallest multiple they have in common.