Math Problem Statement

Adding and Subtracting Mixed Fractions

Solution

I see that you've uploaded a worksheet related to adding and subtracting mixed fractions. I will guide you through solving these problems step by step.

Let's start with problem 1 as an example:

1. 215+1342 \frac{1}{5} + 1 \frac{3}{4}

Step-by-step solution:

  1. Convert both mixed numbers to improper fractions:

    • 215=1152 \frac{1}{5} = \frac{11}{5} (because 2×5+1=112 \times 5 + 1 = 11)
    • 134=741 \frac{3}{4} = \frac{7}{4} (because 1×4+3=71 \times 4 + 3 = 7)
  2. Find a common denominator for 115\frac{11}{5} and 74\frac{7}{4}. The least common denominator (LCD) is 20.

    • 115=4420\frac{11}{5} = \frac{44}{20}
    • 74=3520\frac{7}{4} = \frac{35}{20}
  3. Add the fractions:

    • 4420+3520=7920\frac{44}{20} + \frac{35}{20} = \frac{79}{20}
  4. Convert 7920\frac{79}{20} back to a mixed number:

    • 7920=31920\frac{79}{20} = 3 \frac{19}{20}

So, the solution to 215+1342 \frac{1}{5} + 1 \frac{3}{4} is 319203 \frac{19}{20}.

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Related Questions:

  1. How do you find the least common denominator when adding fractions?
  2. How do you convert a mixed number into an improper fraction?
  3. What is the difference between adding and subtracting mixed fractions?
  4. How do you simplify improper fractions to mixed numbers?
  5. Can you use cross-multiplication to find a common denominator?

Tip:

Always simplify the final result to its lowest terms by checking if the numerator and denominator have any common factors.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Fraction Addition
Fraction Subtraction
Mixed Numbers
Improper Fractions
Common Denominator

Formulas

Conversion from mixed numbers to improper fractions
Finding the least common denominator (LCD)
Adding and subtracting fractions with the same denominator

Theorems

Basic Fraction Addition/Subtraction Theorem
Simplifying Improper Fractions

Suitable Grade Level

Grades 4-6