How to Write and Simplify Improper Fractions

The video tutorial by Mrs. C explains improper fractions, where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator. It provides examples and non-examples, emphasizing that improper fractions can be simplified to whole or mixed numbers. The tutorial also demonstrates the process of simplifying improper fractions through division, concluding with a vocabulary review.

What is the key characteristic of an improper fraction?

• The numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator.

• The fraction is always a mixed number.

• The numerator is equal to the denominator.

• The numerator is less than the denominator.

Which of the following is an example of an improper fraction?

• 3/4

• 1/9

• 5/3

• 2/5

Why is 1/9 not considered an improper fraction?

• It is a mixed number.

• The numerator is less than the denominator.

• The numerator is equal to the denominator.

• The numerator is greater than the denominator.

Which of the following is not an improper fraction?

• 6/1

• 11/11

• 21/50

• 5/3

What happens to an improper fraction when it is simplified?

• It becomes a whole number or a mixed number.

• It remains the same.

• It becomes a proper fraction.

• It becomes a decimal.

How do you simplify the improper fraction 5/3?

• Divide the numerator by the denominator.

• Add the numerator and denominator.

• Subtract the denominator from the numerator.

• Multiply the numerator and denominator.

What is the simplified form of 14/7?

• 14/7

• 7/14

• 1 2/7

• 2