Mixed Numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a number that consists of a whole number and a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, perform the subtraction, and then convert back to a mixed number if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 3 1/4?

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The improper fraction for 3 1/4 is 13/4.

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What is the sum of 2 1/3 and 1 2/3?

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The sum of 2 1/3 and 1 2/3 is 4.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

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What is 1 1/2 + 2 1/4?

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1 1/2 + 2 1/4 = 3 3/4.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and a mixed number?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than the denominator, while a mixed number includes a whole number and a proper fraction.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is 5 2/5 - 2 1/5?

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5 2/5 - 2 1/5 = 3 1/5.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What does it mean to simplify a mixed number?

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Simplifying a mixed number means reducing the fraction part to its simplest form.

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What is the mixed number for the improper fraction 9/4?

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The mixed number for 9/4 is 2 1/4.