A mixed fraction is a combination of a whole number and a proper fraction. When performing operations on mixed fractions, it is important to understand how to convert them to improper fractions first. This worksheet will help students practice adding, subtracting, multiplying, and dividing mixed fractions.
When adding or subtracting mixed fractions, the first step is to convert them to improper fractions. To add or subtract mixed fractions, add or subtract the whole numbers and fractions separately. Then simplify the result by converting it back to a mixed fraction if needed. This worksheet provides practice problems to help students master this skill.
Mixed Fraction Operations Worksheet
Multiplying and Dividing Mixed Fractions
When multiplying or dividing mixed fractions, it is also important to convert them to improper fractions first. To multiply mixed fractions, multiply the whole numbers and fractions separately, then simplify the result. To divide mixed fractions, multiply by the reciprocal of the divisor. This worksheet includes exercises to help students practice these operations.