Go Math 7.6: Rename Fractions & Mixed Numbers

Front

What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a fraction, such as 2 1/2.

Front

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

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.

Front

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

Back

The improper fraction is 13/4.

Front

How do you rename the mixed number 5 2/3 as an improper fraction?

Back

Multiply the whole number (5) by the denominator (3), add the numerator (2), and place over the denominator: (5*3 + 2)/3 = 17/3.

Front

What is the equivalent of 16/3 as a mixed number?

Back

5 1/3.

Front

What is the first step in renaming a fraction?

Back

Identify the whole number and the fractional part.

Front

How do you add a whole number to a fraction?

Back

Convert the whole number to a fraction with the same denominator as the fraction, then add the numerators.

Front

What is the mixed number equivalent of 9/2?

Back

4 1/2.

Front

How do you subtract a fraction from a whole number?

Back

Convert the whole number to a fraction with the same denominator, then subtract the fractions.

Front

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

Back

Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place over the denominator.