Adding Mixed Numbers with Like Denominators

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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 1/2.

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What does it mean to add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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It means to add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions, which have the same denominator.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers into improper fractions if necessary.

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How do you add fractions with like denominators?

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Add the numerators together and keep the same denominator.

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What is 1/5 + 3/5?

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4/5

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

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11.

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What is 1/5 + 2/5?

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3/5.

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What is 9 7/11 + 3 2/11?

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12 9/11.

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What is 6 2/5 + 4 1/5?

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10 3/5.

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What is the sum of the whole numbers when adding mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together before adding the fractions.