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

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3 1/4 = (3 * 4 + 1) / 4 = 13/4.

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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 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 is the whole number, and the remainder is the numerator of the proper fraction.

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Convert the improper fraction 72/7 to a mixed number.

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72/7 = 10 2/7.

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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.

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Convert the improper fraction 37/7 to a mixed number.

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37/7 = 5 2/7.

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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.

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What is the denominator in the fraction 9/4?

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The denominator is 4.