Fraction and Mixed Number Addition and Subtraction Review

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and is written as 'a/b', where 'a' is the numerator (part) and 'b' is the denominator (whole).

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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 1/4.

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How do you subtract fractions with unlike denominators?

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First, find a common denominator, then convert the fractions, and finally subtract the numerators.

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What is the first step to add fractions with unlike denominators?

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Find a common denominator.

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What is the sum of 1/5 and 4/15?

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3/15.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions, and simplify if necessary.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator smaller than the denominator (e.g., 3/4), while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than or equal to the denominator (e.g., 5/4).

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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 4/5 - 1/10?

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7/10.

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If Sally used 1/8 of a gallon and 2/6 of a gallon of paint, how much did she use in total?

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11/24.