Changing 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, like 9/4.

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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 the result over the original denominator.

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Convert 5 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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23/4

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Convert 7 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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36/5

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Convert 2 2/3 to an improper fraction.

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8/3

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Convert 9 1/10 to an improper fraction.

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91/10

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Convert 4 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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9/2

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What is the formula for converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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(Whole number × Denominator + Numerator) / Denominator.

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If you have 3 1/4, what is the improper fraction?

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13/4