Adding and Subtracting Mixed Numbers Objective: Learn to add and subtract mixed numbers.

To add and subtract mixed numbers:  Example 2: ______ Steps: 1. First add or subtract the fractions. 2. If necessary, change them using the Least common denominator (LCD). 3. Then add or subtract the whole numbers. 4. Simplify if necessary. Example 1: ___

Borrowing:  When subtracting fractions, if the numerator in the first fraction is smaller than the second fraction’s numerator, you will have to borrow.  When borrowing you have to take one away from the whole number. Then you will add the same amount in the denominator to the numerator.  Then you may subtract normally. For Example: ______ ___

 Examples: _____ 7 _ _____

Homework: Add or Subtract. Simplify. 1) _______ 2) _______ 3) ______ 4 ) _ 1 3 4______ 5) ______ 6) _______ 7) _____ 8) _____ 9) _______ 10) _____