Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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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 \frac{3}{4}.

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as \frac{11}{4}.

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How do you convert a mixed number 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 the mixed number 2 \frac{3}{4} to an improper fraction.

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\frac{11}{4}

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What is the improper fraction for the shaded area in a diagram?

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It depends on the diagram, but an example could be \frac{29}{6}.

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Convert the mixed number 3 \frac{3}{5} to an improper fraction.

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\frac{18}{5}

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What mixed number does \frac{19}{8} represent?

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2 \frac{3}{8}

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Convert the improper fraction \frac{43}{6} to a mixed number.

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7 \frac{1}{6}

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

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

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Add the numerator to the result from the first step.