Improper fractions to Mixed numbers and vice versa

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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, 9/4 is an improper fraction.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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5/2

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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, 3 1/4 is a mixed number.

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Convert the improper fraction 7/4 to a mixed number.

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1 3/4

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What is the process to 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. For example, for 2 1/3: (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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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. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator. For example, 9/4 = 2 1/4.

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Identify the type of fraction: 5/3.

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Improper Fraction

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Identify the type of fraction: 1 2/5.

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Mixed Fraction (Mixed Number)

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What is the numerator in the fraction 16/3?

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16

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What is the denominator in the fraction 16/3?

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3