Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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What is an improper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is a mixed number?

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A number that consists of a whole number and a proper fraction.

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What does the numerator of a fraction represent?

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It represents how many parts of the whole are being counted.

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What does the denominator of a fraction represent?

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It represents the total number of equal parts in the whole.

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

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7/2

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Convert the improper fraction 9/4 to a mixed number.

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2 1/4

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 4 2/3?

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14/3

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Convert them to improper fractions, add, and then convert back if needed.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 1/5?

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11/5

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What is the mixed number for the improper fraction 5/3?

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1 2/3