Mixed Numbers & 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 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 9/8.

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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 5 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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5 1/5 = (5 * 5 + 1)/5 = 26/5.

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What is the process to 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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Convert the improper fraction 9/8 to a mixed number.

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9/8 = 1 1/8.

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What is the mixed number representation of 10/3?

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10/3 can be expressed as 3 1/3.

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

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The denominator is the bottom part 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 part of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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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.