1. Find a common denominator for the fractions
2. If necessary, ungroup a whole number, then subtract the fractions OR simply add the fractions
3. Subtract or add the whole numbers
Wednesday, February 17, 2016
Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers
Adding and subtracting mixed numbers is very similar to adding and subtracting fractions. First we:
1. Find a common denominator for the fractions
2. If necessary, ungroup a whole number, then subtract the fractions OR simply add the fractions
3. Subtract or add the whole numbers
Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers
1. Find a common denominator for the fractions
2. If necessary, ungroup a whole number, then subtract the fractions OR simply add the fractions
3. Subtract or add the whole numbers
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