Mixed Numbers & Improper Fractions - Models

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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 1 1/2.

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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 5/4 or 8/3.

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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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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 to find the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of the mixed number 1 6/9?

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The improper fraction equivalent of 1 6/9 is 15/9.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of the mixed number 2 2/3?

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The improper fraction equivalent of 2 2/3 is 8/3.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 13/4?

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The mixed number equivalent of 13/4 is 3 1/4.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 8/3?

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The mixed number equivalent of 8/3 is 2 2/3.

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What is the process to add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers, then add the fractions, and if necessary, convert the result back to a mixed number.

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What is the process to subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions, and if necessary, convert the result back to a mixed number.