Changing Mixed Numbers to 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, such as 2 3/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

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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 11/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 the mixed number 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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11/4.

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Convert the mixed number 12 2/3 to an improper fraction.

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38/3.

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Convert the mixed number 5 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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23/4.

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Convert the mixed number 6 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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19/3.

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Convert the mixed number 7 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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36/5.

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

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(Whole number × Denominator + Numerator) / Denominator.

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If you have 3 1/2, what is the improper fraction?

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7/2.