Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a number that consists of a whole number and a fraction, such as 1 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 3/2.

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Convert the improper fraction 3/2 to a mixed number.

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1 1/2

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Convert the improper fraction 9/5 to a mixed number.

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1 4/5

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What is the relationship between mixed numbers and improper fractions?

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Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions by multiplying the whole number by the denominator and adding the numerator.

Front

Identify an example of an improper fraction.

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3/2 is an example of an improper fraction.

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What does it mean to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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It means to express the mixed number as a single fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator.

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Write the mixed number 2 1/3 as an improper fraction.

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7/3

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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 improper fraction represented by the model of 1 1/3?

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4/3