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 proper 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, such as 9/4.

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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 proper fraction.

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Convert the improper fraction 14/5 to a mixed number.

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2 4/5.

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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 the 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 relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions and vice versa; they represent the same value.

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What does the fraction 15/4 represent as a mixed number?

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3 3/4.

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How can you visually represent a mixed number?

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Using a model that shows whole parts and fractional parts, such as shaded sections in a circle or bar.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of the mixed number 2 3/4?

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11/4.