Mixed Numbers/Improper Fractions Review

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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, such as 1 3/4.

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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, then add the numerator. The result becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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What is the first step in converting 2 1/3 to an improper fraction?

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Multiply 2 (the whole number) by 3 (the denominator) to get 6.

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What do you do after multiplying the whole number by the denominator when converting to an improper fraction?

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Add the product to the numerator to get the new numerator.

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Convert the mixed number 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.

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3 2/5 = (3*5 + 2)/5 = 17/5.

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What is the definition of a proper fraction?

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A proper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator, such as 3/4.

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Which is an example of an improper fraction?

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5/3 is an example of an improper fraction.

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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, where the numerator and denominator have no common factors.

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How can you identify a mixed number from a model?

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A mixed number can be identified by looking for a whole part and a fractional part in a visual representation.