Adding and Subtracting 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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How do you add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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To add mixed numbers with like denominators, add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is a like denominator?

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Like denominators are denominators that are the same in two or more fractions, such as 1/8 and 3/8.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers with like denominators?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions.

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What do you do if the fraction part of a mixed number is larger than the whole number after subtraction?

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If the fraction part is larger than the whole number, you need to borrow 1 from the whole number to convert it into a fraction.

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What is the result of 7 5/8 + 4 4/8?

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The result is 12 1/8.

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What is the result of 6 2/5 + 4 1/5?

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The result is 10 3/5.

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What is the result of 4 1/4 - 2 3/4?

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The result is 1 2/4.

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What is the result of 3 7/9 - 1 8/9?

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The result is 1 8/9.

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What is the result of 6 2/6 + 1 2/6?

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The result is 7 2/3.