Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions

What is the purpose of the triangle method in converting mixed numbers?

• To subtract fractions

• To add fractions

• To simplify fractions

• To convert mixed numbers to improper fractions

What is the first step in the triangle method?

• Subtract the whole number from the numerator

• Multiply the denominator by the whole number

• Add the numerator to the denominator

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

In the triangle method, what do you do after multiplying the denominator by the whole number?

• Multiply by the numerator

• Add the numerator

• Divide by the numerator

• Subtract the numerator

What remains the same in the improper fraction as in the original mixed number?

• The numerator

• The whole number

• The fraction part

• The denominator

How many fifths are there in three whole numbers?

• 15

• 20

• 5

• 10

What is the new numerator when converting 3 2/5 to an improper fraction?

• 3

• 15

• 17

• 5

In the example problem, what is the first number you multiply by 8?

• 4

• 5

• 8

• 2

What is the product of 8 and 4 in the example problem?

• 28

• 40

• 36

• 32

What is the next step after multiplying 8 by 4 in the example problem?

• Divide by the numerator

• Add the numerator

• Subtract the numerator

• Multiply by the numerator

What is the final improper fraction for 4 5/8?

• 40/8

• 37/8

• 32/8

• 36/8