Question

How are two mixed fractions added?

Answer 1

The steps are for adding (or subtracting) mixed numbers will be similar as follows:
1. Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD).
2. Find the equivalent fractions.
3. Add (or subtract) the fractions and add (or subtract) the whole numbers.
4. Write your answer in lowest terms by simplifying the fraction.
For example,
$4\frac{1}{3}=4\frac{5}{15}$
$+3\frac{2}{5}=\frac{3\frac{6}{15}}{7\frac{11}{15}}$.