Improper fractions 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 26/3 to a mixed number.

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8 2/3

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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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Convert 12/5 to a mixed number.

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2 2/5

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 3 1/4?

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The whole number part is 3.

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Convert 44/6 to a mixed number.

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7 2/6

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What is the proper fraction part of the mixed number 4 1/7?

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The proper fraction part is 1/7.

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How do you find the remainder when converting an improper fraction?

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The remainder is found by subtracting the product of the whole number and the denominator from the numerator.

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Convert 13/8 to a mixed number.

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1 5/8