Adding Mixed Numbers with regrouping

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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 regrouping in addition?

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Regrouping is the process of carrying over when the sum of a column exceeds 10, often used in addition.

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Convert 2 2/3 to an improper fraction.

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2 2/3 = 8/3.

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Convert 8 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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8 3/4 = 35/4.

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What is the sum of 2 2/3 and 8 3/4?

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The sum is 11 5/12.

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Convert 7 2/9 to an improper fraction.

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7 2/9 = 65/9.

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Convert 6 5/6 to an improper fraction.

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6 5/6 = 41/6.

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What is the sum of 7 2/9 and 6 5/6?

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The sum is 14 1/18.

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Convert 6 7/11 to an improper fraction.

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6 7/11 = 73/11.