6th 6-3 Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers

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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, such as 5/4 or 7/7.

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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 fractional part.

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Convert the improper fraction 12/4 to a mixed number.

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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, such as 2 1/3.

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How do you convert a mixed number to an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, add the numerator, and place that sum over the original denominator.

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Convert the mixed number 5 6/7 to an improper fraction.

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41/7

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What is the proper fraction equivalent of 3 3/4?

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3 3/4 is equivalent to the improper fraction 15/4.

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Identify the improper fraction for the mixed number 4 3/5.

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The improper fraction is 23/5.

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What is the value of 1 3/8 as an improper fraction?

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1 3/8 is equivalent to 11/8.

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How do you find the fraction that corresponds to a point on a number line?

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To find the fraction that corresponds to a point on a number line, identify the whole numbers between which the point lies and determine the fractional part based on the divisions.