Mixed numbers and 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 proper fraction, such as 2 1/3.

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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 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 and add the numerator. Place this result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 3 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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7/2.

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

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Multiply the whole number and the denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 4 2/7 into an improper fraction.

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30/7.

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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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Convert the improper fraction 11/6 into a mixed number.

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1 5/6.

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What is the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions and vice versa.

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Convert the improper fraction 13/7 into a mixed number.

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1 6/7.