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 1/4.

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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 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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What does the numerator in a fraction represent?

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The numerator represents how many parts of the whole are being counted.

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What does the denominator in a fraction represent?

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The denominator represents the total number of equal parts in the whole.

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Convert the improper fraction 7/4 to a mixed number.

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1 3/4.

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Convert the mixed number 2 1/4 to an improper fraction.

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9/4.

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What is the value of 2 1/4 as an improper fraction?

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9/4.

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What is the value of 1 1/4 as an improper fraction?

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5/4.

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How do you add mixed numbers?

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Add the whole numbers together, then add the fractions. If the fraction sum is improper, convert it to a mixed number.