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Write the sum as a mixed number so the fractional part is less than 1. 4 1/2 plus 2. 1/2

User Dave Brace
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4 1/2 + 2 1/2 =
9/2 + 5/2 =
14/2 ........but 14/2 reduces to 7.....no need for a mixed number.....unless, maybe 7 0/0 ??

User Keeto
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well 41/2+1/2=
9/2+1/2
10/2
User Travis Stevens
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