Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions

What is the first step in converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?

• Subtract the numerator from the whole number

• Add the numerator to the denominator

• Multiply the denominator by the whole number

• Divide the whole number by the denominator

In the example of 2 3/4, what do you get after multiplying the denominator by the whole number?

• 8

• 4

• 3

• 11

What is the improper fraction form of 2 3/4?

• 8/3

• 11/4

• 9/4

• 7/4

In the example of 4 2/5, what is the result of 5x4?

• 18

• 22

• 20

• 9

What is the improper fraction form of 4 2/5?

• 24/5

• 20/5

• 18/5

• 22/5