Mixed Numbers to 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 1/3.

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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 7/4.

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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 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.

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3 2/5 = (3 * 5 + 2) / 5 = 17/5.

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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 does the term 'numerator' refer to in a fraction?

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

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What does the term 'denominator' refer to 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.

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If you have the mixed number 4 1/2, what is the improper fraction?

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4 1/2 = (4 * 2 + 1) / 2 = 9/2.

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Why is it important to convert mixed numbers to improper fractions?

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Converting mixed numbers to improper fractions makes it easier to perform operations like addition and subtraction.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 5 3/8?

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5 3/8 = (5 * 8 + 3) / 8 = 43/8.