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What is the first step in converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?
What is the first step in converting a mixed number to an improper fraction?
Multiply the denominator by the whole number part
Convert the mixed number 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.
Convert the mixed number 3 2/5 to an improper fraction.
17/5
What is the advantage of using mixed numbers in real-world applications?
What is the advantage of using mixed numbers in real-world applications?
They are often used in real-world applications, such as cooking or measurement, because they are more intuitive and easy to understand.
Compare the mixed number 1 3/4 and the improper fraction 7/4. Are they equal?
Compare the mixed number 1 3/4 and the improper fraction 7/4. Are they equal?
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What is the purpose of converting a mixed number to an improper fraction when comparing them?
What is the purpose of converting a mixed number to an improper fraction when comparing them?
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Convert the mixed number 2 5/6 to an improper fraction.
Convert the mixed number 2 5/6 to an improper fraction.
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Study Notes
Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions
- A mixed number is a combination of a whole number and a proper fraction, e.g., 2 3/4
- To convert a mixed number to an improper fraction:
- Multiply the denominator by the whole number part
- Add the numerator to the product
- Write the result as an improper fraction
Example: + Convert 2 3/4 to an improper fraction + Multiply denominator (4) by whole number part (2): 4 × 2 = 8 + Add numerator (3) to the product: 8 + 3 = 11 + Write as an improper fraction: 11/4
Comparing Mixed and Improper Fractions
- Mixed numbers and improper fractions are two ways to express the same value
- Mixed numbers are often used in real-world applications, such as cooking or measurement
- Improper fractions are often used in mathematical operations, such as addition and subtraction
- To compare mixed numbers and improper fractions:
- Convert the mixed number to an improper fraction
- Compare the numerators and denominators of the two fractions
Example: + Compare 2 3/4 and 11/4 + Convert 2 3/4 to an improper fraction: 11/4 + Compare numerators (11) and denominators (4): they are the same, so the fractions are equal
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Learn how to convert mixed numbers to improper fractions and compare them. This quiz covers the step-by-step process of converting mixed numbers and understanding the differences between mixed and improper fractions.
