Improper Fractions and Mixed Number Models

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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, 5/4 is an improper fraction.

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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, 1 3/4 is a mixed number.

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Convert the improper fraction 23/8 to a mixed number.

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23/8 can be converted to a mixed number: 2 7/8.

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Convert the mixed number 1 7/10 to an improper fraction.

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1 7/10 can be converted to an improper fraction: 17/10.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 3/10?

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The improper fraction for 2 3/10 is 23/10.

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How do you identify an improper fraction from a model?

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You can identify an improper fraction from a model by checking if the shaded parts (numerator) are equal to or greater than the total parts (denominator).

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 1 10/7?

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The improper fraction for 1 10/7 is 17/7.

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What is the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers?

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Improper fractions can be converted to mixed numbers and vice versa. They represent the same value in different forms.

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What is the improper fraction for the mixed number 2 6/10?

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The improper fraction for 2 6/10 is 26/10.

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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 is the whole number, and the remainder over the denominator is the fraction.