Converting Mixed Numbers

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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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How do you convert a mixed number to a decimal?

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1. Divide the numerator of the fraction by the denominator. 2. Add the result to the whole number part.

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What is the first step in converting 4 3/10 to a decimal?

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Divide 3 by 10 to get 0.3.

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What do you do with the whole number when converting a mixed number to a decimal?

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Place the whole number in front of the decimal obtained from the fraction.

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Convert the mixed number 4 1/2 to a decimal.

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4.5

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3 3/4?

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3.75

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What is the process of rounding to the nearest hundredth?

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Look at the third decimal place; if it's 5 or more, round up the second decimal place.

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Convert 5 2/5 to a decimal and round to the nearest hundredth.

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5.4

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 6 7/8?

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6

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What is the fractional part of the mixed number 2 1/3?

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1/3