Converting Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

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What is the number on the bottom of a fraction called?

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Denominator

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What is a number that consists of a whole number and a fraction called?

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Mixed Number

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What is an improper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

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What is a proper fraction?

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A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator.

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True or False: Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions.

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True

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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, add the numerator, and place over the original denominator.

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

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1 3/4

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What is the numerator in a fraction?

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The number on the top of a fraction.

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What does it mean for two fractions to be equivalent?

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They represent the same value, even if they have different numerators and denominators.