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 proper fraction, such as 2 1/2.

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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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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 4 6/7 to an improper fraction.

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Convert 6 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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Convert 7 4/5 to an improper fraction.

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

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

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Convert 1 6/10 to an improper fraction.

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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 indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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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 indicates how many parts are being considered.