2.2.1

Improper Fractions & Mixed Numbers

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Improper Fractions and Mixed Numbers

Before we look at converting fractions, you need to know the difference between an improper fraction and a mixed number.

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Improper fraction

  • An improper fraction is a fraction that has a larger numerator (top number) than a denominator (bottom number).
    • 87 would be a good example of an improper fraction.
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Mixed number

  • A mixed number is a number that contains both a whole unit and a fraction.
    • 123 would be a good example of a mixed number.

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7Sequences

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