Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions Enrichment 12/10

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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 5/4.

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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 denominator.

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Convert 1 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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3/2.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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Convert 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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11/4.

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

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

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Convert 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4.

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What does it mean for a fraction to be in simplest form?

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A fraction is in simplest form when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.