Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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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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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number.

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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 is the whole number, and the remainder over the original denominator is the fraction.

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Convert 57/8 to a mixed number.

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7 1/8

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Convert 11/2 to a mixed number.

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5 1/2

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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What is the process to 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 over the original denominator.

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Convert 5 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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11/2

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Convert 3 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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10/3

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What is the improper fraction for 4 2/5?

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22/5