Converting Between Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

This video tutorial reviews how to convert improper fractions to mixed numbers and vice versa. It begins with an overview of fractions, explaining the difference between proper and improper fractions. The tutorial then demonstrates two methods for converting improper fractions to mixed numbers, recommending the division method for simplicity. It also covers converting mixed numbers back to improper fractions, again suggesting a preferred method. The video concludes with practice problems to reinforce the concepts taught.

What is a true fraction?

• A fraction that is more than one

• A fraction that is equal to one

• A fraction where the numerator is greater than the denominator

• A fraction where the numerator is less than the denominator

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

What defines an improper fraction?

• The numerator is greater than the denominator

• The numerator is equal to the denominator

• The fraction is less than one

• The numerator is less than the denominator

Tags

CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

How do you convert 7/3 to a mixed number using division?

• 1 and 1/3

• 2 and 1/3

• 2 and 2/3

• 3 and 1/3

What is the mixed number form of 13/5?

• 3 and 2/5

• 2 and 3/5

• 2 and 2/5

• 3 and 3/5

How do you convert 4 and 1/3 to an improper fraction?

• 12/3

• 13/3

• 14/3

• 15/3

What is the improper fraction form of 3 and 2/5?

• 15/5

• 18/5

• 17/5

• 16/5

Convert 11/3 to a mixed number.

• 3 and 1/3

• 4 and 1/3

• 3 and 2/3

• 3 and 3/3

What is the mixed number form of 11/3?

• 3 and 3/3

• 4 and 1/3

• 3 and 2/3

• 3 and 1/3

Convert 4 and 2/5 to an improper fraction.

• 22/5

• 21/5

• 23/5

• 20/5

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

• 20/5

• 23/5

• 21/5

• 22/5