Mixed Numbers to 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 3/4.

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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 2 3/8 to an improper fraction.

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2 3/8 = (2 * 8 + 3) / 8 = 19/8.

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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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Convert the improper fraction 35/4 to a mixed number.

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35/4 = 8 3/4.

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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 does the term 'denominator' refer to in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What does the term 'numerator' refer to in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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Convert the mixed number 1 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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1 1/2 = (1 * 2 + 1) / 2 = 3/2.

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How do you identify the whole number in a mixed number?

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The whole number is the part of the mixed number that appears before the fraction.