Converting Improper Fractions and Simplifying

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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 fraction (mixed number)?

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A mixed fraction (mixed number) is a whole number combined with a proper fraction. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed fraction.

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How do you simplify the fraction 80/70?

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To simplify 80/70, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD), which is 10. This gives you 8/7.

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What is the simplified form of 9/45?

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The simplified form of 9/45 is 1/5, obtained by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 9.

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What is the simplified form of 14/35?

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The simplified form of 14/35 is 2/5, obtained by dividing both the numerator and denominator by 7.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The greatest common divisor (GCD) is the largest number that divides two or more numbers without leaving a remainder. For example, the GCD of 8 and 12 is 4.

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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 is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator. For example, 3/4 is a proper fraction.

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator less than the denominator, while an improper fraction has a numerator greater than or equal to the denominator.

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How do you find the lowest terms of a fraction?

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To find the lowest terms of a fraction, divide both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).