Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers

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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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 over the original denominator becomes the fractional part.

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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.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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Convert the improper fraction 10/3 to a mixed number.

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10/3 as a mixed number is 3 1/3.

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 3 2/3?

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The whole number part of 3 2/3 is 3.

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If you have the mixed number 1 3/5, what is the improper fraction equivalent?

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1 3/5 as an improper fraction is 8/5.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part.

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What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

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The numerator represents the number of parts being considered out of the whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in the whole.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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Convert the mixed number 3 5/7 to an improper fraction.

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3 5/7 as an improper fraction is 26/7.