Mathematics Grade 7 15 min

Add and subtract mixed numbers: word problems

Add and subtract mixed numbers: word problems

What you'll learn

  • Identify the necessary information and operations (addition or subtraction) within a word problem involving mixed numbers with 80% accuracy.
  • Solve word problems involving addition and subtraction of mixed numbers, including those requiring regrouping (borrowing or carrying), and express the answer in simplest form with at least 70% accuracy.
  • Explain the steps taken to solve a word problem involving mixed numbers, using mathematical vocabulary such as 'whole number,' 'fraction,' 'common denominator,' and 'simplest form' in a clear and concise manner for at least 2 out of 3 problems.
  • Apply addition and subtraction of mixed numbers to solve real-world word problems related to measurement, cooking, or other relatable scenarios, demonstrating the ability to connect mathematical concepts to practical situations by correctly setting up and solving at least 3 out of 4 problems.

Tutorial Preview

1

Maria used 2 1/4 cups of flour, then added 1 2/4 cups more. How much in all?

2

A path is 5 7/8 miles long. Leo has walked 2 3/8 miles. How much is left?

3

A board is 4 1/5 feet long. A carpenter cuts off 2 3/5 feet. What is the new length?

Sample Practice Questions

Easy
A recipe calls for 1 1/3 cups of milk. You add another 2 1/3 cups. How much milk is there in total?
0.3 2/3
1.3 1/3
2.2 2/3
3.4
Easy
Sam grew 2 1/4 inches one year and 1 2/4 inches the next. How much did he grow in two years?
0.3 3/4
1.3 1/4
2.3 1/2
3.4 1/4
Easy
A bag of apples weighed 4 5/8 pounds. The family ate 2 1/8 pounds. What is the new weight?
0.2 1/2
1.2 4/8
2.2 3/8
3.2 1/4

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