Add 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 \frac{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, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions, and simplify if necessary.

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What is the sum of 2 \frac{1}{2} + 3 \frac{1}{2}?

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6

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What is the sum of 12 \frac{1}{3} + 4 \frac{1}{3}?

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16 \frac{2}{3}.

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What is the sum of \frac{1}{4} + \frac{2}{4}?

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\frac{3}{4}.

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What is the sum of 5 \frac{2}{3} + 3 \frac{2}{3}?

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9 \frac{1}{3}.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

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What is the simplified form of 3 \frac{6}{10}?

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3 \frac{3}{5}.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together.

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What is the second step in adding mixed numbers?

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Add the fractions together.