Adding and Subtracting fractions and mixed numbers

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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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 fractions?

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The first step in subtracting fractions is to find a common denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that indicates the total number of equal parts.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that over the original denominator.

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What is the result of 2 1/4 + 3 2/12?

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5 5/12

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the result of 1/5 + 4/15?

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3/15

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the result of 4/5 - 1/10?

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7/10

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2