Adding Mixed Numbers

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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?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the first step in adding 12 8/9 + 3 4/9?

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Add the whole numbers: 12 + 3 = 15.

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What do you do with the fractions when adding mixed numbers?

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Add the fractions: 8/9 + 4/9 = 12/9, which simplifies to 1 1/3.

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What is the sum of 12 8/9 + 3 4/9?

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The sum is 16 1/3.

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What is the sum of 7 3/8 + 4?

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The sum is 11 3/8.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the sum of 3 1/5 + 2 2/5?

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The sum is 5 3/5.

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What is the sum of 7 3/2 + 1 1/2?

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The sum is 10.

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What is the sum of 9 1/2 + 7 1/2?

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The sum is 17.