Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions

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

• Add the numerator to the denominator

• Multiply the denominator by the whole number

• Divide the numerator by the denominator

• Subtract the numerator from the whole number

What should you do if you don't understand the steps initially?

• Skip the video

• Rewatch the explanation

• Ask a friend

• Ignore the problem

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What do you do after multiplying the denominator by the whole number?

• Subtract the result from the numerator

• Add the result to the numerator

• Divide the result by the numerator

• Multiply the result by the numerator

In the example, what is the product of the denominator and the whole number?

• 8

• 7

• 6

• 5

What is the sum of the product of the denominator and the whole number, and the numerator in the example?

• 5

• 6

• 7

• 8

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

• Subtract the numerator from the denominator

• Multiply the numerator by the denominator

• Add the numerator to the denominator

• Place the sum over the original denominator

In the example, what is the improper fraction obtained from the mixed number?

• 5/2

• 4/2

• 6/2

• 7/2