Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a fraction?

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What is a mixed number?

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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To add fractions with different denominators, find a common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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What is the first step in subtracting fractions?

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The first step in subtracting fractions is to find a common denominator.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator. Place this result over the original denominator.

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What is the least common denominator (LCD)?

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The least common denominator (LCD) is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor (GCF).

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How do you find the difference between two mixed numbers?

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To find the difference between two mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract, and convert back if necessary.