Mixed Fractions to Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a number that combines a whole number and a proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed fraction 8 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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8 3/4 = (8 * 4 + 3) / 4 = 35/4.

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Convert the mixed fraction 5 3/8 to an improper fraction.

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5 3/8 = (5 * 8 + 3) / 8 = 43/8.

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Convert the mixed fraction 6 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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6 1/2 = (6 * 2 + 1) / 2 = 13/2.

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Convert the mixed fraction 4 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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4 1/5 = (4 * 5 + 1) / 5 = 21/5.

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Convert the mixed fraction 1 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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1 3/4 = (1 * 4 + 3) / 4 = 7/4.

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What is the formula for converting a mixed fraction to an improper fraction?

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The formula is: (whole number * denominator + numerator) / denominator.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator less than the denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator greater than or equal to the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B