Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions before performing the subtraction.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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What is the process for simplifying fractions?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together and the fractions together, then simplify if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C