Improper and Mixed Fractions

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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 5/4 or 7/7.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that sum over the original denominator.

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

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3 1/4 = (3 * 4 + 1)/4 = 13/4.

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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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How do you identify an improper fraction from a list?

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An improper fraction has a numerator that is larger than or equal to its denominator.

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Convert the improper fraction 35/4 to a mixed number.

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35/4 = 8 3/4.

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What is the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Every mixed number can be converted to an improper fraction, and vice versa.

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

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4 1/4 = (4 * 4 + 1)/4 = 17/4.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 3/5?

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2 3/5 = (2 * 5 + 3)/5 = 13/5.

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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 is the new numerator.