Improper to Mixed Numbers

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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, 5/4 is an improper fraction.

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

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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Convert 26/4 to a mixed number.

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6 2/4

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Convert 23/7 to a mixed number.

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3 2/7

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Convert 15/2 to a mixed number.

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7 1/2

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Convert 44/6 to a mixed number.

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7 2/6

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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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, 2 1/4 is a mixed number.

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What is the whole number part in a mixed number?

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The whole number part in a mixed number is the integer that represents how many whole units are present. For example, in 3 1/2, the whole number part is 3.

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What is the fractional part in a mixed number?

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The fractional part in a mixed number is the proper fraction that represents the remaining part of a whole. For example, in 3 1/2, the fractional part is 1/2.