7. Add and subtract fractions
7.01 Mixed numbers and improper fractions
Lesson
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Let's review how to identify a fraction using the shaded area of a shape.
What fraction is shown here?
Fraction shown $=$=$\frac{\editable{}}{\editable{}}$
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How to write and read mixed numbers.
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Question 1
Write $4$4 and $2$2 fourths as a mixed number:
$\editable{}\frac{\editable{}}{\editable{}}$
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This video looks at how to change a mixed number into an improper fraction, or an improper fraction to a mixed number.
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Question 2
Rewrite $5\frac{1}{2}$512 as an improper fraction.
Question 3
Rewrite $\frac{5}{3}$53 as a mixed number.
Remember!
The whole number component of a mixed number tells you how many wholes there are.