NF.3.3 Mixed Numbers and 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, 7/2 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 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, 2 1/3 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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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 is the new numerator over the original denominator. For example, 7/2 = 3 1/2.

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What is the value of 9/3?

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9/3 = 3, which is a true statement.

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Is 2 1/5 equal to 11/5?

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Yes, 2 1/5 is equal to 11/5 because 2 1/5 = (2*5 + 1)/5 = 11/5.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 1/2?

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The improper fraction for 2 1/2 is 5/2.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 3 1/2?

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The improper fraction for 3 1/2 is 7/2.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 1/3?

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The improper fraction for 2 1/3 is 7/3.

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What does the fraction 38/5 represent?

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38/5 is an improper fraction and does not represent a whole number. It can be converted to a mixed number: 7 3/5.