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 is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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Convert 20/5 to a mixed number.

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4

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Convert 5 5/6 to an improper fraction.

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35/6

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Convert 3 7/8 to an improper fraction.

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31/8

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Convert 4 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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17/4

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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.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

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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 over the denominator.

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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 represents how many parts are being considered.