Converting Improper Fractions to 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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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 over the original denominator becomes the fraction.

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Convert the improper fraction 31/9 to a mixed number.

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3 4/9

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Convert the improper fraction 7/4 to a mixed number.

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1 3/4

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Convert the improper fraction 23/8 to a mixed number.

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2 7/8

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Convert the improper fraction 11/3 to a mixed number.

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3 2/3

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Convert the improper fraction 9/5 to a mixed number.

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1 4/5

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

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The first step is to divide the numerator by the denominator.

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

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The remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction, and the original denominator remains the same.