Add & Subtract 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 3/4.

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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. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers with like denominators?

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

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What does it mean to have like denominators?

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Like denominators mean that the fractions have the same bottom number (denominator), such as 1/8 and 3/8.

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What is the result of 2 1/4 + 1 3/4?

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The result is 4.

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What is the result of 5 2/5 - 2 1/5?

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The result is 3 1/5.

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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 sum of 3 1/2 and 2 1/2?

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The sum is 6.