Converting Between 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 2 1/4.

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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. Place this result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/4 into an improper fraction.

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9/4

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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 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 is the new numerator.

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Convert the improper fraction 10/3 into a mixed number.

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3 1/3

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What does the term 'denominator' mean?

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

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What does the term 'numerator' mean?

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

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Convert the mixed number 3 2/3 into an improper fraction.

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11/3

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator.