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 and 7/7 are improper fractions.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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, 1 1/2 is a mixed number.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 becomes the numerator of the proper fraction.

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Convert 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4

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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 of the fraction.

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Convert 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.

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17/5

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What is the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers?

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Every improper fraction can be expressed as a mixed number, and every mixed number can be expressed as an improper fraction.

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Convert 1 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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7/4

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What is the simplest form of a fraction?

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The simplest form of a fraction is when the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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Convert 25/4 to a mixed number.

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6 1/4