Converting Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

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What is a mixed number?

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A mixed number is a whole number combined with a 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 the result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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3 1/4 = 13/4.

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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.

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Convert the improper fraction 14/6 to a mixed number.

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14/6 = 2 1/3.

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What does it mean to simplify a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction means to reduce it to its lowest terms.

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Convert the mixed number 6 7/8 to an improper fraction.

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6 7/8 = 55/8.

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What is the simplest form of the mixed number 5/4?

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5/4 = 1 1/4.

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How do you write the improper fraction 43/10 as a mixed number?

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43/10 = 4 3/10.