Add and Subtract 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 proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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1. Add the whole numbers together. 2. Add the fractions together. 3. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number and add it to the whole number.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 5/4.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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1. Subtract the whole numbers. 2. Subtract the fractions. 3. If the fraction result is negative, borrow from the whole number.

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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, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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The first step is to add the whole numbers together.

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What do you do if the sum of the fractions is an improper fraction?

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Convert the improper fraction to a mixed number and add it to the whole number.

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