Improper 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 (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number). For example, 12/5 is an improper fraction.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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Convert 12/5 to a mixed number.

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2 2/5

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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. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number.

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Convert 34/8 to a mixed number.

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4 2/8

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What is the whole number part in a mixed number?

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The whole number part in a mixed number is the integer that represents how many whole units are included. For example, in 3 1/4, the whole number part is 3.

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Convert 57/8 to a mixed number.

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7 1/8

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What does the numerator represent in a fraction?

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The numerator represents the number of parts we have out of the total parts indicated by the denominator.

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Convert 10/3 to a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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What does the denominator represent in a fraction?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts into which the whole is divided.