Fractions (Improper, Mixed Numbers, & Number Line)

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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, 7/5 is an improper fraction.

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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 a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction. For example, 1 1/4 is a mixed number.

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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 becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What does the number line represent in fractions?

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A number line represents the position of fractions in relation to whole numbers. It helps visualize the size and order of fractions.

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What is the fraction 7/5 on a number line?

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The fraction 7/5 is located to the right of 1 on the number line, between 1 and 2.

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What is the fraction 1 1/4 on a number line?

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The mixed number 1 1/4 is located between 1 and 2 on the number line, slightly to the right of 1.

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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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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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What is the fraction 1 6/7 on a number line?

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The mixed number 1 6/7 is located just before 2 on the number line, very close to 2.