Wakefield - Mixed numbers on a number line

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 2 1/2 is a mixed number, where 2 is the whole number and 1/2 is the fraction.

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How do you represent a mixed number on a number line?

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To represent a mixed number on a number line, first locate the whole number on the line, then divide the space between that whole number and the next whole number into equal parts based on the denominator of the fraction. Finally, count the number of parts indicated by the numerator.

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 3 1/4?

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The whole number part of the mixed number 3 1/4 is 3.

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

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The fractional part of the mixed number 2 2/3 is 2/3.

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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 part, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fractional part.

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What is the improper fraction equivalent of the mixed number 1 3/5?

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The improper fraction equivalent of the mixed number 1 3/5 is 8/5.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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To add mixed numbers, first add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number and add it to the whole number sum.

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What is the sum of 2 1/4 and 1 2/3?

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The sum of 2 1/4 and 1 2/3 is 3 7/12.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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To subtract mixed numbers, first subtract the whole numbers, then subtract the fractions. If the fraction from the second mixed number is larger, borrow 1 from the whole number.

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What is the difference between 3 1/2 and 1 3/4?

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The difference between 3 1/2 and 1 3/4 is 1 3/4.