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, such as 1 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 5/4.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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7/3.

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Convert the improper fraction 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4.

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 3 2/5?

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3.

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What is the fractional part of the mixed number 4 3/8?

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3/8.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 1 3/4?

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7/4.

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Which is a mixed number: 5/2, 2 1/2, or 3?

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2 1/2.