Converting Mixed and Improper

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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, such as 2 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 9/4.

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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 6 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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Convert 5 2/8 to an improper fraction.

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What is the first step in converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

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Convert 6 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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

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The formula is: (whole number × denominator) + numerator / denominator.

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Convert 5 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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What is the difference between a mixed number and an improper fraction?

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A mixed number has a whole part and a fractional part, while an improper fraction has a numerator larger than the denominator.