Converting Fractions

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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 3/2.

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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 new numerator over the original 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, such as 5 3/4.

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Convert the improper fraction 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What is the definition of 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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How do you write the mixed number 2 3/10 as an improper fraction?

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To write 2 3/10 as an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator (2 * 10 = 20), add the numerator (20 + 3 = 23), and place it over the original denominator: 23/10.

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What is the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers?

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Improper fractions can be converted to mixed numbers, and mixed numbers can be converted back to improper fractions.

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

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To convert 4 4/5 to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator (4 * 5 = 20), add the numerator (20 + 4 = 24), and place it over the original denominator: 24/5.

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What is the mixed number equivalent of the improper fraction 5/4?

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1 1/4.