Adding and Subtracting 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 1/3.

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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 subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions.

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What do you do if the fraction in a mixed number is improper after addition?

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

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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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If Michael mixed 10 1/4 bottles of apple juice and 2 1/4 bottles of soda, how many bottles of punch did he make?

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12 2/4 bottles.

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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Find a common denominator, convert the fractions, then add the numerators.

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