Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers

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What is an improper fraction?

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An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number). For example, 9/4 is an improper fraction.

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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 becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the new numerator over the original denominator.

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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. For example, 2 1/3 is a mixed number.

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What is the first step to convert 22/5 to a mixed number?

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Divide 22 by 5.

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What is the improper fraction that matches the mixed number 3 5/7?

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33/7.

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What is the first step to convert the mixed number 2 1/2 to an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number (2) by the denominator (2).

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What is the mixed number that corresponds to the improper fraction 33/5?

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6 3/5.

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How do you find the whole number part of a mixed number from an improper fraction?

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Divide the numerator by the denominator. The whole number part is the quotient.

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What is the proper fraction part of the mixed number 3 5/8?

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5/8.

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

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place the result over the original denominator.