Convert 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 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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Convert the mixed number 1 3/5 to an improper fraction.

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What is the first step in converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

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What do you do with the product of the whole number and the denominator when converting to an improper fraction?

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You add it to the old numerator.

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2 1/6.

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Which of the following is an improper fraction: 2/3, 3/2, 1 2/3, 1/3?

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3/2.

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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 2/3.