1. L6-5 Notes: Adding/Subtracting Mixed Numbers
Chapter 6
L6-5 Notes: Adding/Subtracting
Mixed Numbers

2. Adding/Subtracting Mixed Numbers
To add or subtract mixed numbers, first add or subtract the fractions. Then add or subtract the whole numbers. Rename and simplify if necessary.

3. Examples
Add or Subtract. Write in simplest form. 1. 2.
             

4. On Your Own…
Add or Subtract. Write in simplest form. 1. 2. 3.

5. L6-6 Notes: Subtracting Mixed Numbers w/ Renaming
Chapter 6
L6-6 Notes:
Subtracting Mixed Numbers w/ Renaming

6. Renaming
When subtracting mixed numbers, sometimes it is necessary to rename the fraction part of a mixed number as an improper fraction in order to subtract.

7. Examples
Subtract. Write in simplest form. 1. 2. 3.

8. On Your Own…
Subtract. Write in simplest form. 1. 2.