Mixed Numbers & Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

Back

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?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, like 9/4.

Front

Convert the mixed number 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

Back

3 1/4 = 13/4.

Front

Convert the improper fraction 13/4 to a mixed number.

Back

13/4 = 3 1/4.

Front

What is the numerator in the fraction 5/8?

Back

The numerator is 5.

Front

What is the denominator in the fraction 5/8?

Back

The denominator is 8.

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How do you add a mixed number and a whole number?

Back

Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction, then add the whole number as a fraction.

Front

What is the improper fraction for 2 3/8?

Back

2 3/8 = 19/8.

Front

Which is greater: 3 1/4 or 3 1/3?

Back

3 1/4 is greater than 3 1/3.

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What is the mixed number for the improper fraction 5/4?

Back

5/4 = 1 1/4.