L 6.6 Simplifying 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 the mixed number 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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What is the difference between a mixed number and a proper fraction?

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A mixed number contains a whole part and a fractional part, while a proper fraction has a numerator smaller than its denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 5 2/3 to an improper fraction.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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How do you identify a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is identified by having a numerator that is less than the denominator.