Improper to Mixed Number

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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, 9/4 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 1/3 is a mixed number.

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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 becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction.

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Convert 32/10 to a mixed number.

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3 2/10

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Convert 57/8 to a mixed number.

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7 1/8

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Convert 8/5 to a mixed number.

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1 3/5

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Convert 44/6 to a mixed number.

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7 2/6

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Convert 15/2 to a mixed number.

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7 1/2

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

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The first step is to divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What do you do with the remainder when converting to a mixed number?

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The remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction in the mixed number.