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, like 2 1/3.

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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, like 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. Place that result over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 1 3/10 to an improper fraction.

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13/10.

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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.

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What is 12/12 simplified?

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1.

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What is the denominator in a fraction?

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The denominator is the bottom number in a fraction that shows how many equal parts the whole is divided into.

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The numerator is the top number in a fraction that shows how many parts are being considered.

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Is 7/4 a mixed number or an improper fraction?

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Improper fraction.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/5 to an improper fraction.

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11/5.