Converting Mixed Fractions to Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed fraction?

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A mixed fraction is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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How do you convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert 5 4/7 to an improper fraction.

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39/7

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Convert 4 5/8 to an improper fraction.

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37/8

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Convert 2 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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9/4

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Convert 4 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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19/4

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Convert 3 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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15/4

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B