Mixed Numbers & 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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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Convert 13/4 to a mixed number.

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3 1/4.

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Convert 31/6 to a mixed number.

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5 1/6.

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Convert 28/5 to a mixed number.

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5 3/5.

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Convert 73/9 to a mixed number.

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8 1/9.

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What is the process to 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 original denominator.

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Convert 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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11/4.

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What is the equivalent of 4 1/3 as an improper fraction?

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13/3.