Add Mixed Numbers Regrouping

• 9   6/7
• 9   6/14
• 5 
• 8   9/7

Find the sum. Choose the answer in simplest form.

Find the sum. Choose the answer in simplest form.

What is ALWAYS the first step to solve an addition or subtraction problem with mixed numbers?

• Add the whole numbers

• Find a common denominator

• add the fractions

What is the sum?

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Answer in simplest form

What is a requirement in order to add mixed numbers?

• Must have the same denominator.

• Must have the same numerator.

• Must turn into improper fractions.

• Must draw a picture of the fraction.

Answer in simplest form

Using regrouping, what is the sum?