Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number). For example, 9/4 is an improper fraction.

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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. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number.

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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 denominator is the proper fraction.

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Convert 21/5 to a mixed number.

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4 1/5

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Convert 32/10 to a mixed number.

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3 2/10

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Convert 44/6 to a mixed number.

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7 2/6

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Convert 15/6 to a mixed number.

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2 3/6

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Convert 19/4 to a mixed number.

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4 3/4

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What is the whole number part of a mixed number?

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The whole number part of a mixed number is the integer part that represents how many whole units are included.

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What is the fractional part of a mixed number?

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The fractional part of a mixed number is the part that represents the remaining fraction after the whole number. For example, in 3 1/4, 1/4 is the fractional part.