Adding and Subtracting Mixed Fractions

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What is a mixed fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you subtract mixed fractions?

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To subtract mixed fractions, convert them to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract the fractions, and convert back to a mixed fraction if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is an improper fraction?

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is the first step in adding mixed fractions?

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The first step is to convert each mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you find a common denominator?

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To find a common denominator, identify the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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How do you convert a mixed fraction 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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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2