improper fractions to 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.

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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 fractional part.

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Convert 8/5 to a mixed number.

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1 3/5

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Convert 32/10 to a mixed number.

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3 2/10

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Convert 15/4 to a mixed number.

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3 3/4

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Convert 34/8 to a mixed number.

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4 2/8

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Convert 8/3 to a mixed number.

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2 2/3

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What is the whole number part of a mixed number?

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The whole number part is the integer that represents how many whole units are in the improper fraction.

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What is the fractional part of a mixed number?

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The fractional part is the remainder of the improper fraction expressed as a fraction over the original denominator.

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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.