Solve Mixed Number Addition: 2⅖ + 2⅖

Great observation! Since both fractions already have the same denominator (5), you can add the numerators directly: 2 + 2 = 4. You only need to find common denominators when fractions have different denominators.

You can, but it's not necessary! Adding mixed numbers directly is often faster and easier. However, converting $2\frac{2}{5} = \frac{12}{5}$ then adding $\frac{12}{5} + \frac{12}{5} = \frac{24}{5} = 4\frac{4}{5}$ works too.

Always check if your final fraction can be reduced to lowest terms! In this problem, $\frac{4}{5}$ is already simplified since 4 and 5 share no common factors except 1.

If your fraction part equals or exceeds 1 whole (like $\frac{6}{5}$), convert it! $\frac{6}{5} = 1\frac{1}{5}$, so add that 1 to your whole number part. In this problem, $\frac{4}{5}$ is less than 1, so no carrying needed.

Absolutely! You could convert both to decimals: $2.4 + 2.4 = 4.8 = 4\frac{4}{5}$. Or use improper fractions: $\frac{12}{5} + \frac{12}{5} = \frac{24}{5}$. Choose the method that feels most comfortable!