Proper, Improper, & Mixed Numbers

Front

If the numerator (top number) in a fraction is smaller than the denominator (bottom number), what type of fraction is it?

Back

Proper fraction

Front

What is the bottom number of a fraction called?

Back

Denominator

Front

Identify the fraction: 5/3. Is it a mixed number, improper fraction, or proper fraction?

Back

Improper fraction

Front

Is the fraction 2/3 less than 1?

Back

True

Front

What are fractions?

Back

Parts of a whole.

Front

What is a proper fraction? Give an example.

Back

A proper fraction is when the numerator is less than the denominator. Example: 1/4.

Front

What is an improper fraction? Give an example.

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An improper fraction is when the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator. Example: 5/4.

Front

What is a mixed number? Give an example.

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction. Example: 1 1/2.

Front

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

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator to get the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.

Front

What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction.