Converting Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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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 3 1/4.

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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 13/4.

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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 over the denominator is the fraction.

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Convert 13/4 to a mixed number.

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3 1/4.

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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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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 that over the original denominator.

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Convert 3 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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13/4.

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What does the term 'decomposition' mean in fractions?

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Decomposition is breaking down a mixed number into the sum of its whole number and fraction parts.

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Decompose the mixed number 3 3/4.

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4/4 + 4/4 + 4/4 + 3/4.

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What is the equivalent improper fraction for 4 1/2?

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9/2.