Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a 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 5/4.

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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 that over the denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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2 3/4 = (2 * 4 + 3)/4 = 11/4.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 3 1/2?

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3 1/2 = (3 * 2 + 1)/2 = 7/2.

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What does the model represent if it shows 2 whole parts and 1/4?

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The model represents the mixed number 2 1/4.

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If a model shows 3 whole parts and 3/4, what is the mixed number?

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The mixed number is 3 3/4.

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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.

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What is the mixed number for the improper fraction 9/4?

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9/4 = 2 1/4.

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How do you identify a mixed number from a model?

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Count the whole parts and the fractional part shown in the model.