Mixed Numbers and 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 fraction, like 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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, like 5/3.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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Convert the mixed number 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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3 1/4 = 13/4.

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Convert the improper fraction 17/5 to a mixed number.

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17/5 = 3 2/5.

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What does the fraction 1/8 represent?

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1/8 represents one part of a whole that is divided into 8 equal parts.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2A

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How do you identify a mixed number from a model?

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A mixed number has both a whole part and a fractional part, like 2 3/4.

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CCSS.3.G.A.2

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How do you identify an improper fraction from a model?

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An improper fraction has a numerator that is larger than the denominator, like 9/4.

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CCSS.3.G.A.2

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What is the value of 1 3/8 as an improper fraction?

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1 3/8 = 11/8.

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Which is greater: 3 1/4 or 3 3/4?

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3 3/4 is greater than 3 1/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3D

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the numerator.