Converting Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

The video tutorial explains the concept of fractions, distinguishing between proper and improper fractions. It demonstrates how improper fractions can be converted into mixed numbers and vice versa, using examples with halves, quarters, and eighths. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the relationship between numerators and denominators in different types of fractions.

What is a proper fraction?

• A fraction that cannot be simplified.

• A fraction that equals one whole.

• A fraction where the numerator is smaller than the denominator.

• A fraction where the numerator is larger than the denominator.

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CCSS.3.NF.A.1

CCSS.3.NF.A.2B

What does 3 halves of an orange represent?

• A whole number

• A mixed number

• An improper fraction

• A proper fraction

How can we express 3 halves as a mixed number?

• 1 and ½

• 1 and ⅓

• 3 and ½

• 2 and ½

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CCSS.1.G.A.3

What fraction have the pizzas been cut into?

• Eighths

• Thirds

• Halves

• Quarters

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CCSS.1.G.A.3

How many quarters do we have?

• 10 quarters

• 7 quarters

• 8 quarters

• 9 quarters

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CCSS.3.G.A.2

What is the mixed number for 9 quarters?

• 2 and ¼

• 3 and ¼

• 2 and ½

• 1 and ¾

How do we express 3 whole and two thirds as an improper fraction?

• 11 thirds

• 10 thirds

• 9 thirds

• 12 thirds

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C

What is the mixed number for 10 eighths?

• 1 and ¼

• 1 and ⅓

• 1 and ½

• 1 and ⅔

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CCSS.3.NF.A.3C