CONVERTING IMPROPER FRACTIONS

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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, 7/4 is an improper fraction.

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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 becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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Convert 7/4 to a mixed number.

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1 3/4

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Convert 20/5 to a mixed number.

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4

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Convert 8/6 to a mixed number.

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1 2/6 or 1 1/3 after simplifying.

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Convert 12/5 to a mixed number.

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2 2/5

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Convert 8/5 to a mixed number.

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1 3/5

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What is the whole number part of a mixed number?

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The whole number part of a mixed number is the integer part that represents how many whole units are in the fraction. For example, in 2 2/5, the whole number part is 2.

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What is the fractional part of a mixed number?

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The fractional part of a mixed number is the part that represents the remaining fraction after the whole number. For example, in 2 2/5, the fractional part is 2/5.

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How do you simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). For example, to simplify 8/12, divide both by 4 to get 2/3.