Improper Fractions

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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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Convert the improper fraction 17/8 to a mixed number.

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17/8 can be converted to a mixed number as 2 1/8.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 3 1/2?

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The improper fraction for 3 1/2 is 7/2.

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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 the result over the original denominator.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 4 1/4?

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The improper fraction for 4 1/4 is 17/4.

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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 in different forms.

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How can you identify an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction can be identified by checking if the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 5 3/5?

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The improper fraction for 5 3/5 is 28/5.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 2/3?

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The improper fraction for 2 2/3 is 8/3.

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How do you add two improper fractions?

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To add two improper fractions, find a common denominator, convert the fractions if necessary, add the numerators, and simplify if possible.