Converting 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 is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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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 original denominator.

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Convert 2 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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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.

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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 is the new numerator over the original denominator.

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Convert 7/4 to a mixed number.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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Convert 9/5 to a mixed number.

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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.

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Convert 11/3 to a mixed number.

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