Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers with Like Denominators

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you add mixed numbers with like denominators?

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To add mixed numbers with like denominators, add the whole numbers together and then add the fractions.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step is to subtract the whole numbers and then subtract the fractions.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What does 'like denominators' mean?

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Like denominators mean that the fractions have the same bottom number (denominator), such as 1/7 and 2/7.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3B

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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.

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What is the sum of 4 1/3 and 2 1/3?

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The sum is 6 2/3.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the difference between 7 4/7 and 5 2/7?

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The difference is 2 2/7.

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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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Divide the numerator by the denominator; the quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator.

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What is the result of 8 1/2 + 2 1/2?

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The result is 11.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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What is the process for adding fractions with like denominators?

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Add the numerators together and keep the same denominator.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D