Converting Between 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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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 becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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What is the first step in converting an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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The first step is to divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What do you do with the remainder when converting an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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The remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction in the mixed number.

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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, representing how many parts are being considered.

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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, representing the total number of equal parts.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 19/5?

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The mixed number equivalent is 3 4/5.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 11/4?

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The mixed number equivalent is 2 3/4.