Improper and Mixed Fractions

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What are three types of fractions?

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Proper fractions, Improper fractions, Mixed numbers.

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When the numerator is less than the denominator, it is called ____

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Proper fraction.

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What is a mixed number?

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A number that combines a whole number and a proper fraction.

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What is an improper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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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 over the original denominator.

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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 to find the whole number, and use the remainder as the new numerator.

Front

What is the value of 3 1/4 as an improper fraction?

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13/4.

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Is 7/4 a mixed number or an improper fraction?

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Improper fraction.

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Is 2 1/2 a mixed number or an improper fraction?

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Mixed number.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.