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Write the mixed numbers into improper fraction.

The improper fraction of $\"\"$ ( $\"\"$ )

The improper fraction of $\"\"$

To add fractions the denominators must be equal.

Find the least common denominator (LCD).

Multiples of 2: 2, 4, 6, 8, 10, 12,...........

Multiples of 3: 3, 6, 9, 12, 15,...............

The least common multiple of 2 and 3 is 6.

Rewrite each fraction with a common denominator of 6. $\"\"$

Rewrite fractions using the LCD 6.

$\"\"$

$\"\"$ (Product of two same signs is positive)

$\"\"$ (LCM is 6)

$\"\"$ (Subtract: $\"\"$ ) $\"\"$

The value of the expression is $\"\"$ .