Word Problems- mixed numbers operations

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, representing a value greater than one.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator forms the fraction.

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What is the process for adding mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number and add it to the whole number sum.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, subtract the whole numbers and then subtract the fractions. If the fraction from the first mixed number is smaller than the second, borrow from the whole number.

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CCSS.7.NS.A.1C

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What is the least common denominator (LCD) and why is it important?

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The least common denominator is the smallest multiple that two or more denominators share. It is important for adding or subtracting fractions with different denominators.

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How do you multiply mixed numbers?

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To multiply mixed numbers, convert them to improper fractions, multiply the fractions, and then convert the result back to a mixed number if necessary.

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CCSS.5.NF.B.6

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What is the formula for finding the length of a ribbon when given two lengths?

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To find the length of one ribbon compared to another, subtract the length of the shorter ribbon from the length of the longer ribbon.

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CCSS.2.MD.B.5

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How do you determine how many tiles fit in a given length?

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To determine how many tiles fit in a given length, divide the total length by the length of one tile.

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CCSS.4.NBT.B.6

CCSS.5.NBT.B.6

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What is the process for adding fractions with like denominators?

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To add fractions with like denominators, simply add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.

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CCSS.4.NF.B.3C

CCSS.4.NF.B.3D

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How do you add fractions with unlike denominators?

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To add fractions with unlike denominators, first find the least common denominator, convert the fractions, and then add the numerators.

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CCSS.5.NF.A.1

CCSS.5.NF.A.2