Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions
Converting Improper to Mixed
An improper fraction, such as
, can also be expressed as a mixed number (also
known as a mixed fraction).
Example #1:

The number 2 on the left of the mixed number represents how
many times
or one whole, goes into
. The number on the right,
, is the amount left over when you take
away from
.
Another method:
Example #2:

Converting Mixed to Improper
How do we get this?
Example #1:

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If the mixed number is
negative

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Example #2:

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If the mixed number is negative

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