Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 1 1/2.

Tags

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.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert 1 1/2 into an improper fraction.

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3/2

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Convert 3 1/11 into an improper fraction.

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34/11

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Convert 4 1/2 into an improper fraction.

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9/2

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Convert 9 3/4 into an improper fraction.

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39/4

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Convert 2 5/7 into an improper fraction.

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19/7

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that represents how many parts are being considered.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that represents the total number of equal parts.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B