Adding and Subtracting Fractions and Mixed Numbers with Regrouping

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number). For example, in the fraction 1/2, 1 is the numerator and 2 is the denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 2 1/2 is a mixed number, where 2 is the whole number and 1/2 is the fraction.

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How do you add fractions with the same denominator?

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How do you add fractions with different denominators?

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What is regrouping in addition?

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Regrouping in addition is the process of carrying over when the sum of the digits in a column exceeds 10. For example, in adding 27 + 48, you would regroup by carrying over 1 from the tens place.

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How do you subtract fractions with the same denominator?

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction of the first mixed number is smaller, regroup from the whole number.

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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What is a common denominator?

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A common denominator is a shared multiple of the denominators of two or more fractions. It is used to add or subtract fractions with different denominators.

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

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