simplifying fractions and improper fractions

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What is a fraction?

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A fraction represents a part of a whole and consists of a numerator (top number) and a denominator (bottom number).

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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 1/4.

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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 is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator forms the proper fraction.

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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 simplify 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 number that divides both the numerator and the denominator without leaving a remainder.

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Convert 32/10 to a mixed number.

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32/10 as a mixed number is 3 2/10.

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Convert 8/5 to a mixed number.

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8/5 as a mixed number is 1 3/5.

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Convert 15/4 to a mixed number.

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15/4 as a mixed number is 3 3/4.

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What is the simplified form of 9/36?

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The simplified form of 9/36 is 1/4.