Converting Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers

The video tutorial explains how to convert the improper fraction 138/27 into a mixed number. It begins by dividing 138 by 27 to find the quotient and remainder. The quotient is verified by checking the remainder, ensuring the calculation is correct. The result is expressed as a mixed number, 5 and 3/27, and an alternative expression is provided to simplify the understanding of the conversion process.

What is the first step in converting an improper fraction like 138/27 into a mixed number?

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator.

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator.

• Add the numerator and the denominator.

• Divide the numerator by the denominator.

How many times does 27 approximately fit into 138?

• 5 times

• 4 times

• 6 times

• 3 times

What is the product of 5 and 27?

• 135

• 130

• 125

• 140

What operation is used to verify the correctness of the division?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Multiplication

• Addition

What is the remainder when 138 is divided by 27?

• 2

• 3

• 1

• 4

How is the remainder represented in the mixed number?

• As a decimal

• As a fraction

• As a whole number

• As a percentage

What is the mixed number representation of 138/27?

• 6 and 3/27

• 5 and 2/27

• 5 and 3/27

• 4 and 3/27

How can 138/27 be rewritten using addition?

• 130 + 8/27

• 135 + 3/27

• 130 + 5/27

• 135 + 5/27

What is the simplified form of 135/27?

• 6

• 5

• 7

• 4

What is the final mixed number obtained from 138/27?

• 5 and 3/27

• 6 and 3/27

• 4 and 3/27

• 5 and 2/27