To change a mixed number to an improper fraction, remember: Multiply then add.
If you multiply the whole number by the fraction, you'll see how many fourths there are if you have 3 pies cut into fourths. The answer is 12 fourths. Add 2 more fourths, and you get 14 fourths.
If you multiply the whole number by the fraction, you'll see how many fourths there are if you have 3 pies cut into fourths. The answer is 12 fourths. Add 2 more fourths, and you get 14 fourths.
There are a few different ways to change an improper fraction to a mixed number. Method 1 is a long explanation, and method 2 is a shortcut, but they actually use the exact same steps.
Method 3 is the more traditional way to change 11/3 to a mixed number.
Method 3 is the more traditional way to change 11/3 to a mixed number.
This year someone in class developed her own method for changing an improper fraction to a mixed number, and it's really helped a lot of kids! Way to go! Instead of cutting up circles, you can divide up groups of circles as shown here.
Which way do you use to change an improper fraction to a mixed number? Answer in the comments below.
Which way do you use to change an improper fraction to a mixed number? Answer in the comments below.
Here is a video that will teach you how to change a mixed number to an improper fraction.
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