Mixed Numbers

Mixed number is a combination of a whole number and a proper fraction.

 

For example:

 

 

 

To convert an improper fraction into a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator.

 

The quotient becomes the whole number, the remainder becomes the numerator, and the denominator remains the same.

 

 

 

To convert a mixed number into an improper fraction:

 

Multiply the fraction's denominator by the whole number part, and add the product to the numerator. This becomes the numerator of the improper fraction.

 

The denominator remains the same.