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 fraction. For example, 2 1/2 is a mixed number, where 2 is the whole number and 1/2 is the fraction.

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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. For example, 5/4 and 3/3 are improper fractions.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that result over the original denominator. For example, 2 1/3 = (2*3 + 1)/3 = 7/3.

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How do you convert an improper fraction to a mixed number?

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To convert an improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator. The quotient is the whole number, and the remainder is the new numerator over the original denominator. For example, 9/4 = 2 1/4.

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What is the first step in adding mixed numbers?

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The first step in adding mixed numbers is to convert them to improper fractions.

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What is the first step in subtracting mixed numbers?

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The first step in subtracting mixed numbers is to convert them to improper fractions.

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What is the sum of 1 1/4 and 2 2/4?

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The sum of 1 1/4 and 2 2/4 is 3 3/4.

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What is the difference between 3 1/2 and 1 1/2?

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The difference between 3 1/2 and 1 1/2 is 2.

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What is the product of 2 1/3 and 3?

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The product of 2 1/3 and 3 is 7.

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What is the quotient of 5 1/2 divided by 2?

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The quotient of 5 1/2 divided by 2 is 2 3/4.