This document provides steps for solving addition and subtraction problems involving fractions and mixed numbers. It outlines 6 steps for adding fractions that include finding the lowest common denominator, adding the fractions, turning the fraction sum into a mixed number, and adding to the whole numbers. It also outlines 4 steps for subtracting fractions that involve setting up the problem, subtracting the fractions, and subtracting the whole numbers which may require borrowing.

1. • 1. Review: Add/Subtract Fractions and Mixed
Numbers
• 2. How to Use the Calculator
• 3. Application Problems (Word Problems)
• 4. Mixed Practice

3. Step 1: What is the question? Step 3: Add the fractions. Step 6: Reduce.
Find the total weight. ADD.
Step 4: Turn the fraction part
Step 2: Find the lowest into a mixed number.
common denominator of 4,8,
and 16. Step 5: Add the mixed number
to the whole numbers.

4. Step 1: What is the question? Step 3: Subtract the
How much further does she fractions.
need to drive? SUBTRACT.
Step 4: Subtract the whole
Step 2: Set up the problem. numbers.
You will need to borrow from
the whole number.