Adding & Subtracting Mixed Numbers with Unlike 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 1/3.

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What does it mean to find the Lowest Common Denominator (LCD)?

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Finding the Lowest Common Denominator means identifying the smallest number that can be used as a common denominator for two or more fractions.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers with unlike denominators?

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1. Find the LCD of the fractions. 2. Convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the LCD. 3. Subtract the whole numbers and the fractions separately.

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How do you add mixed numbers with unlike denominators?

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1. Find the LCD of the fractions. 2. Convert the fractions to equivalent fractions with the LCD. 3. Add the whole numbers and the fractions separately.

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What is the first step in solving a subtraction problem with mixed numbers?

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The first step is to find the Lowest Common Denominator (LCD) for the fractions involved.

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What is the first step in solving an addition problem with mixed numbers?

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The first step is to find the Lowest Common Denominator (LCD) for the fractions involved.

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Example of finding the LCD for 1/3 and 1/4?

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The LCD of 1/3 and 1/4 is 12.

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What is the result of 5 2/8 - 1 1/6?

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The result is 4 2/24.

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What is the result of 1 1/3 + 4 1/4?

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The result is 5 7/12.

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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 that over the original denominator.