Converting 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 is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

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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 1/3.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the proper fraction.

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Convert 21/5 to a mixed number.

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4 1/5.

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3.

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What does the term 'simplest form' mean in fractions?

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Simplest form means that the fraction is reduced to its lowest terms, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors other than 1.

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Convert 5/4 to a mixed number.

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1 1/4.

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Convert the mixed number 2 3/4 to an improper fraction.

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11/4.

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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 and add the numerator.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 3 1/4?

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13/4.