Mixed Numbers and Improper Fractions

The following diagrams show how to convert a mixed number to an improper fraction. Scroll down the page for more examples and solutions.

 

The following diagrams show how to convert an improper fraction to a mixed number. Scroll down the page for more examples and solutions.

 

Converting a Mixed Number to an Improper Fraction

Examples:
Write the mixed number as an improper fraction
a) 1 5/7
b) 3 1/8

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Convert an Improper Fraction to a Mixed Number

Examples:
a) 8/5
b) 31/9

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Mixed numbers and improper fractions
Converting mixed numbers to improper fractions and improper fractions to mixed numbers.

Examples:
a) Convert to improper fraction.
2 1/2
b) Convert to mixed number.
23/5

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Changing improper fractions into mixed numbers

Examples:
10/7
23/10

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Change mixed numbers into improper fractions

Examples:
1 3/4
3 3/5

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Converting an Improper Fraction into a Mixed Number

Example:
Change to Mixed Number
9/4

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Converting a Mixed Number into an Improper Fraction

Example:
2 3/4

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