Mixed Number 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 2 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 9/4.

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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 original denominator.

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

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Convert the mixed number 4 3/5 to an improper fraction.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

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

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Add the numerator to the product from the first step.

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What is the denominator in an improper fraction?

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The denominator remains the same as in the mixed number.

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3 2/3.

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3 3/4.