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 1 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 sum of 1 1/3 and 2 2/3?

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4

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What is the sum of 3 3/4 and 7 3/4?

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11 1/2 or 11 2/4.

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What is the sum of 3 3/4 and 5 2/4?

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9 1/4.

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What is the sum of 8 2/8, 1 1/8?

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9 3/8.

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What is the sum of 7 5/6 and 2 3/6?

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10 1/3 or 10 2/6.

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What do you do if the fraction part of the sum is improper?

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Convert the improper fraction 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 1/4.