Adding and subtracting mixed fractions with unlike denominators

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add mixed fractions with unlike denominators?

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Convert each mixed fraction to an improper fraction, find a common denominator, add the fractions, and convert back to a mixed fraction if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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, used to add or subtract them.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you subtract mixed fractions with unlike denominators?

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Convert to improper fractions, find a common denominator, subtract the fractions, and convert back to a mixed fraction if necessary.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the first step in adding fractions?

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The first step is to find a common denominator.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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CCSS.4.NF.A.2

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2