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, such as 2 1/2.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 5/4.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

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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 the improper fraction for 3 1/2?

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7/2

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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 11/4 into a mixed number.

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2 3/4

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What is the mixed number for the improper fraction 9/5?

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1 4/5

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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 by dividing the numerator and denominator by their greatest common factor.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF) of 8 and 12?

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The GCF of 8 and 12 is 4.