Mixed Numbers, Improper Fractions, Simplifying 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 5/3.

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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 use the remainder as the numerator of the proper fraction.

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What is the process for simplifying a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest positive integer that divides two or more integers without leaving a remainder.

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

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3 1/4 as an improper fraction is 13/4.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 12/16?

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The simplified form of 12/16 is 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 that result over the original denominator.

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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, such as 3/4.

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What is the simplified form of the fraction 45/60?

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The simplified form of 45/60 is 3/4.