Mixed Fraction to Improper

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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 3 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 9/5.

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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 that over the denominator.

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Convert 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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3 1/4 = (3 * 4 + 1)/4 = 13/4.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator.

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Convert 11/3 to a mixed number.

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11/3 = 3 2/3.

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What is the definition of a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 2/3.

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How do you write 9/5 as a mixed number?

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9/5 = 1 4/5.

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What is the mixed number for the improper fraction 15/4?

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15/4 = 3 3/4.

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What does the term 'denominator' refer to in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.