Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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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 1/3.

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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 denominator by the whole number and add the numerator. For example, for 2 1/3: 2 * 3 + 1 = 7, so it becomes 7/3.

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

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

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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What does the fraction 9/12 represent?

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It represents the improper fraction that can be simplified to 3/4.

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What does the fraction 9/4 represent?

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It represents the improper fraction that can be converted to the mixed number 2 1/4.

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What is the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions and vice versa.

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What is the proper fraction in the mixed number 3 2/5?

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The proper fraction is 2/5.

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How do you identify a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.