Improper Fractions & 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, 9/4 is an improper fraction.

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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 1/2 is a mixed number.

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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 is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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Convert 11/4 to a mixed number.

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2 3/4

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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Convert 3/2 to a mixed number.

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1 1/2

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What is the process to 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 2 2/3 to an improper fraction.

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8/3

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What is the value of 20/5 as a mixed number?

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4 (since 20/5 is a whole number, it can be expressed as 4).

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What is the difference between a proper fraction and an improper fraction?

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A proper fraction has a numerator less than the denominator (e.g., 3/4), while an improper fraction has a numerator greater than or equal to the denominator (e.g., 5/4).