Converting Between Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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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, such as 2 1/2.

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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, such as 5/4 or 7/7.

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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 the mixed number 2 1/3 to an improper fraction.

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7/3

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Convert the mixed number 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.

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17/5

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

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

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Add the numerator to the result from the first step.

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Convert the mixed number 1 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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7/4

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Which of the following is an improper fraction? 1/2, 4/3, 2/5, 3/4

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4/3

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Convert the mixed number 4 1/2 to an improper fraction.

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9/2