Add Mixed Fractions (by Ms.Jana)

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is less than the denominator (bottom number). For example, 2/3 is a proper fraction.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number). For example, 5/4 is an improper fraction.

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What is the sum of 4/5 and 4 1/5?

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5

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What is the combined weight of a bulldozer weighing 5 8/10 tons and 7 1/10 tons of dirt?

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12 9/10 tons.

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What is 3 1/8 + 5 2/8?

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8 3/8.

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What is the sum of 8 1/2 and 2 1/2?

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11.

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How do you add mixed fractions?

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To add mixed fractions, first convert them to improper fractions, then add the fractions, and finally convert back to a mixed fraction if necessary.

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What is an example of a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 3 1/4.

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What is the first step in adding mixed fractions?

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Convert each mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

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What is the definition of a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator and a denominator.