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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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, to simplify 14/35, divide both by 7 to get 2/5.

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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. For example, 3 1/2 is a mixed number.

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Convert the improper fraction 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4.

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What is the greatest common divisor (GCD)?

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The 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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Simplify the fraction 18/24.

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3/4.

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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, 3/5 is a proper fraction.

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Convert the mixed number 2 3/5 to an improper fraction.

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13/5.

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What is the first step in converting an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number part.

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What does it mean to convert a fraction to its simplest form?

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It means to reduce the fraction so that the numerator and denominator are as small as possible while still representing the same value.