Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions (2)

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What is a mixed number?

Back

A mixed number is a whole number combined with a proper fraction, such as 2 1/4.

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What is an improper fraction?

Back

An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, such as 9/4.

Front

Convert 25/9 to a mixed number.

Back

2 7/9.

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Convert 9/4 to a mixed number.

Back

2 1/4.

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

Back

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

Front

Convert 2 1/4 to an improper fraction.

Back

9/4.

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Convert 5 2/3 to an improper fraction.

Back

17/3.

Front

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

Back

Divide the numerator by the denominator.

Front

Convert 12/5 to a mixed number.

Back

2 2/5.

Front

What is the result of 21/2 as a mixed number?

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10 1/2.