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 \frac{1}{3}.

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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 \frac{9}{4}.

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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, then add the numerator. Place the result over the original denominator.

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Convert 3 \frac{2}{5} to an improper fraction.

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\frac{17}{5}

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Convert 4 \frac{3}{8} to an improper fraction.

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\frac{35}{8}

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

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Multiply the whole number and the denominator.

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Convert \frac{5}{3} into a mixed number.

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1 \frac{2}{3}

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What is the process to simplify a fraction?

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Find the greatest common divisor (GCD) of the numerator and denominator and divide both by it.

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Simplify \frac{12}{16}.

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\frac{3}{4}

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Convert \frac{9}{2} into a mixed number.

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4 \frac{1}{2}