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 is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 5/4 or 7/7.

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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 denominator is the fractional part.

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Convert 25/3 to a mixed number.

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8 1/3

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Convert 14/6 to a mixed number.

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2 1/3

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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 1/4.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that sum over the original denominator.

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Convert 22/3 to a mixed number.

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7 1/3

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Convert 29/7 to a mixed number.

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4 1/1 (or 4) because 29 divided by 7 is 4 with a remainder of 1.

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What does the fraction 1 3/8 represent?

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It represents a mixed number where 1 is the whole part and 3/8 is the fractional part.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.