Adding Fractions Like Denominators

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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, 23/4 is an improper fraction.

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Convert the mixed number 5 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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5 3/4 = 23/4.

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What do you get when you add fractions with the same denominator?

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When you add fractions with the same denominator, you add the numerators (top numbers) and keep the denominator the same. For example, 2/12 + 3/12 = 5/12.

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What is the sum of 2/12 and 3/12?

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2/12 + 3/12 = 5/12.

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What is the sum of 2/7 and 3/7?

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2/7 + 3/7 = 5/7.

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How do you write the fraction 3/2 as a mixed number?

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3/2 as a mixed number is 1 1/2.

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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. For example, 1 1/2 is a mixed number.

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What is the sum of 4/7 and 1/7?

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4/7 + 1/7 = 5/7.

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What is the denominator in the fraction 5/12?

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The denominator in the fraction 5/12 is 12.

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What is the numerator in the fraction 5/12?

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The numerator in the fraction 5/12 is 5.