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 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 9/4.

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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 1 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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1 1/4 = (1 * 4 + 1) / 4 = 5/4.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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2 1/4 = (2 * 4 + 1) / 4 = 9/4.

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Convert the mixed number 11 1/7 to an improper fraction.

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11 1/7 = (11 * 7 + 1) / 7 = 78/7.

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Convert the mixed number 6 4/5 to an improper fraction.

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6 4/5 = (6 * 5 + 4) / 5 = 34/5.

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Convert the mixed number 2 2/5 to an improper fraction.

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2 2/5 = (2 * 5 + 2) / 5 = 12/5.

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What is the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions and vice versa; they represent the same value in different forms.

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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 of the fraction.