Converting Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions Flashcard

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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 1/2.

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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 9/4.

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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 6 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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13/2

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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Convert the improper fraction 9/3 to a mixed number.

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3 0/3

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Convert the improper fraction 7/2 to a mixed number.

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3 1/2

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Convert the improper fraction 8/3 to a mixed number.

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2 2/3

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Convert the mixed number 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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11/4

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What is the formula for converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Improper Fraction = (Whole Number × Denominator + Numerator) / Denominator.