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Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers

Adding and subtracting mixed fractions with unlike denominators may seem impossible,
but if you follow these three simple steps, you will be a pro!

-First, convert your mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

-Next, find a common denominator and add or subtract the fractions.

-Last, convert the answer back to a mixed fraction.

Quick Reminder: An improper fraction has a numerator that is greater than or equal to the denominator.

Example: 1
3 1 + 2 =?
4 2
Convert
3 1 = 13 Find a 13 Convert
to an 4 4 common 4 Now, add 13 + 10 = 23 back to a 53
improper 1 5 denominator. 10 them. 4 4 4 mixed fraction.
4
fraction. 2 =
2 2 4

For each problem below, follow the steps used in the example to find your solution.
Be sure to show all your work in the space provided.

1) 3 5 + 1 3 = ? 5) 3 2 + 2 5 = ?
8 4 3 7

2) 6 5 - 3 1 = ? 6) 5 4 - 3 1 = ?
6 4 5 3

1
3) 4 + 3 2 =? 7) 4 1 + 1 1 = ?
3 5 4 3

4) 7 7 - 6 1 = ? 8) 11 5 - 5 1 = ?
8 4 6 2

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