Improper Fractions/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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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 becomes the numerator of the fractional part.

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Convert the improper fraction \( \frac{22}{4} \) to a mixed number.

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\( 5 \frac{2}{4} \) or \( 5 \frac{1}{2} \) after simplifying.

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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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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number \( 5 \frac{1}{6} \) to an improper fraction.

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\( \frac{31}{6} \) (5 * 6 + 1 = 31).

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What is the first step in converting \( \frac{33}{4} \) to a mixed number?

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Divide 33 by 4 to find the whole number part.

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Convert the improper fraction \( \frac{24}{5} \) to a mixed number.

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\( 4 \frac{4}{5} \) (24 ÷ 5 = 4 remainder 4).

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What is the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers?

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

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What is the significance of the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator indicates how many parts of the whole are being considered.