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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers with like denominators?
What is the first step in adding mixed numbers with like denominators?
What is the sum of 3 1/5 + 2 2/5?
What is the sum of 3 1/5 + 2 2/5?
When adding fractions with like denominators, what happens to the denominator?
When adding fractions with like denominators, what happens to the denominator?
Why must mixed numbers be converted to improper fractions before adding?
Why must mixed numbers be converted to improper fractions before adding?
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After adding 2/7 + 3/7, what is the resulting fraction?
After adding 2/7 + 3/7, what is the resulting fraction?
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What is the sum of 4 3/8 + 1 5/8 expressed as a mixed number?
What is the sum of 4 3/8 + 1 5/8 expressed as a mixed number?
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What is the sum of 2/9 + 5/9 expressed in its simplest form?
What is the sum of 2/9 + 5/9 expressed in its simplest form?
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Which of these expressions represents the sum of 1 2/3 and 3 1/3?
Which of these expressions represents the sum of 1 2/3 and 3 1/3?
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If two fractions have different denominators, what should you do before adding them?
If two fractions have different denominators, what should you do before adding them?
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Flashcards
Adding Proper Fractions
Adding Proper Fractions
To add fractions with like denominators, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.
Proper Fraction
Proper Fraction
A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.
Converting Mixed Numbers
Converting Mixed Numbers
Change mixed numbers to improper fractions before adding.
Improper Fraction
Improper Fraction
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Adding Improper Fractions
Adding Improper Fractions
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Converting Back to Mixed Numbers
Converting Back to Mixed Numbers
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Example of Adding Mixed Numbers
Example of Adding Mixed Numbers
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Like Denominators
Like Denominators
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Adding Numerators
Adding Numerators
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Simplifying Fractions
Simplifying Fractions
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Study Notes
Adding Proper Fractions with Like Denominators
- To add fractions with like denominators, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same.
- Example: 1/4 + 2/4 = (1 + 2)/4 = 3/4
- The sum will remain a proper fraction if the numerators do not exceed the denominator.
Adding Mixed Numbers with Like Denominators
- Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.
- Example: 2 1/4 + 1 2/4
- First, convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions:
- 2 1/4 becomes (2 x 4 + 1) / 4 = 9/4
- 1 2/4 becomes (1 x 4 + 2) / 4 = 6/4
- Add the improper fractions: 9/4 + 6/4 = (9 + 6) / 4 = 15/4
- Convert the improper fraction back to a mixed number, if necessary. 15/4 = 3 3/4
Key Concepts and Steps for Adding Fractions with Like Denominators
- Identifying Like Denominators: Ensure the fractions you are adding share the same number in the denominator.
- Adding Numerators: Add the numbers in the numerator (top part) of the fractions.
- Keeping the Denominator: The combined fraction will use the same denominator as the original fractions.
- Simplifying (if possible): If the resulting fraction can be simplified to a smaller, equivalent fraction, it should be.
Important Considerations When Adding Mixed Numbers
- Converting to Improper Fractions: Mixed numbers must be converted to improper fractions before they can be added. This rule applies to all fractional addition problems involving mixed numbers.
- Adding the Improper Fractions: Apply the rule for adding proper fractions – add the numerators, retain the same denominator – to the improper fractions.
- Converting Back to Mixed Numbers: The resulting improper fraction often needs to be converted back to a mixed number. This conversion helps maintain clarity and understandability.
Examples of Adding Mixed Numbers
- Example 1: 1 1/3 + 2 2/3 = (1 x 3 + 1)/3 + (2 x 3 + 2)/3 = 4/3 + 8/3 = 12/3 = 4
- Example 2: 5 2/7 + 3 4/7 = (5 x 7 + 2)/7 + (3 x 7 + 4)/7 = 37/7 + 25/7 = 62/7 = 8 6/7
- Example 3: 3 1/5 + 2 3/5 = (16/5) + (13/5) = 29/5 = 5 4/5
Visual Representation of Addition (Optional)
- A visual representation using fraction models (e.g., fraction bars, circles) can help students visualize the process of combining fractional parts with the same denominator. This aids in conceptual understanding.
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Description
This quiz focuses on the process of adding proper fractions and mixed numbers with like denominators. You'll learn how to convert mixed numbers to improper fractions and apply the rules for addition. Test your understanding through practice problems and examples.
