Improper Fractions & 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, 5/4 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 1/2 is a mixed number.

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Convert the improper fraction 13/3 to a mixed number.

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4 1/3

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Convert the improper fraction 7/3 to a mixed number.

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2 1/3

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What is the improper fraction represented by 21/10?

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21/10 is an improper fraction because the numerator is greater than the denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 5 1/8 to an improper fraction.

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5 1/8 = 41/8

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

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6 1/2 = 13/2

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What is the improper fraction represented by 15/9?

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15/9 is an improper fraction because the numerator is greater than the denominator.

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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 that result over the original denominator.

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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 to find the whole number part.