A mixed number has three parts: :
A mixed number has three parts: Whole number Denominator Numerator Whole Number
Numerator
Denominator Whole Number: ______
Numerator: _______
Denominator: ________ Your turn… identify the 3 parts for this mixed number: 4 9 11
Why do I need to convert???? :
Why do I need to convert???? By converting mixed numbers into fractions, you can more accurately multiply not to mention it is faster!
Changing a Mixed # into a Fraction :
Changing a Mixed # into a Fraction Multiply the denominator to the whole number.
Add the numerator to your previous product.
Write the sum from step 2 into the numerator of your new fraction. 35 35 + 6 = 41 41
Changing a Mixed # into a Fraction :
Changing a Mixed # into a Fraction The denominator will stay the same as it is in the mixed number.
Write the denominator into the fraction.
Congratulations! You have just converted a mixed number into a fraction. 7
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