Converting Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number). For example, 9/4 is an improper fraction.

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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. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the proper fraction.

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Convert 14/6 to a mixed number.

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2 2/6 or 2 1/3 in simplest form.

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Convert 21/5 to a mixed number.

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4 1/5.

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3.

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Convert 22/3 to a mixed number.

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7 1/3.

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Convert 72/7 to a mixed number.

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10 2/7.

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What is the first step in converting an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What do you do with the remainder when converting to a mixed number?

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The remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction, and the denominator remains the same.