Equivalent Numbers: Mixed Number, Improper Fractions, Decimals

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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 or 5/5.

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

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator. For example, 3 7/8 = (3*8 + 7)/8 = 31/8.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 1/2?

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The decimal equivalent of 1/2 is 0.5.

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How do you convert a fraction to a decimal?

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To convert a fraction to a decimal, divide the numerator by the denominator. For example, 3/4 = 3 ÷ 4 = 0.75.

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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 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. For example, 3/4 is in simplest form.

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Convert 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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3 1/4 = (3*4 + 1)/4 = 13/4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 3/10?

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The decimal equivalent of 3/10 is 0.3.

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How do you identify equivalent fractions?

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Fractions are equivalent if they represent the same value, such as 1/2 and 2/4.

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What is the decimal equivalent of 79/100?

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The decimal equivalent of 79/100 is 0.79.