02. Fractions Review (Improper, Mixed)

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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.

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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.

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

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator.

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What do you do with the whole number when 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 new numerator when converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Add the product of the whole number and the denominator to the old numerator.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number of a fraction that indicates how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number of a fraction that indicates how many parts are being considered.

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What is the process of simplifying a fraction?

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To simplify a fraction, divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common factor.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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What is the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers?

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Every improper fraction can be converted into a mixed number and vice versa.