Convert 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}{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 \frac{5}{4}.

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Convert \frac{11}{6} into a mixed number.

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1 \frac{5}{6}

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Convert 4 \frac{2}{7} into an improper fraction.

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\frac{30}{7}

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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 by the denominator.

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What is true about improper fractions?

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All improper fractions have numerators that are greater than their denominators.

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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.

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What is the mixed number represented by the model?

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3 \frac{1}{4}

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What is the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Every mixed number can be converted into an improper fraction.

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What is the improper fraction for 3 \frac{3}{4}?

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\frac{15}{4}