Mixed numbers consist of an integer followed by a fraction.

How to add two mixed numbers whose fractions have the same denominator:
• Add the numerators of the two fractions
• Place that sum over the common denominator.
• If this fraction is improper (numerator larger than or equal to the denominator) then convert it to a mixed number
• Add the integer portions of the two mixed numbers
• If adding the fractional parts created a mixed number then add its integer portion to the sum.

Example: 3 2/3 + 5 2/3 =

Add the fractional part of the mixed numbers	2/3 + 2/3 = 4/3
Convert 4/3 to a mixed number	4/3 = 1  1/3
Add the integer portions of the mixed numbers	3 + 5 = 8
Add the integer from the sum of the fractions	8 + 1 = 9
State the final answer:	9  1/3

Adding Mixed Numbers