Math 6: 4-1: Mixed 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 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 an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the proper fraction.

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Convert 22/3 to a mixed number.

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7 1/3.

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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 12 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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61/5.

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What is the first step in converting 19/3 to a mixed number?

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Divide 19 by 3 to find the whole number part.

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Convert 19/3 to a mixed number.

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6 1/3.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 7 1/3?

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22/3.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 1/4?

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9/4.