mixed numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a number that has both a whole number and a fraction part, like 2 1/2.

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How do you represent the mixed number 1 and 1/8?

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1 and 1/8 is represented as 1 1/8.

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What is the whole number part of the mixed number 4 4/8?

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The whole number part is 4.

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What is the fractional part of the mixed number 3 2/3?

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The fractional part is 2/3.

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How do you convert the improper fraction 9/4 to a mixed number?

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9/4 can be converted to 2 1/4.

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What does the term 'proper fraction' mean?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, like 3/4.

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What does the term 'improper fraction' mean?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, like 5/4.

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What mixed number is represented by the model showing 2 whole parts and 3/8?

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The mixed number is 2 3/8.

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What is the first step to add mixed numbers?

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Convert the mixed numbers to improper fractions.

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How do you subtract mixed numbers?

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Convert to improper fractions, subtract, and then convert back to a mixed number.