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Convert Improper to Mixed

Students practice converting improper fractions back into mixed numbers. This reinforces the relationship between division and fractions.
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Practice Questions

  1. 3/2 = ?
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    1 1/2

  2. 5/3 = ?
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    1 2/3

  3. 7/4 = ?
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    1 3/4

  4. 9/2 = ?
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    4 1/2

  5. 11/4 = ?
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    2 3/4

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Teaching Notes

Relate this to division with remainders. The quotient is the whole number, the remainder is the new numerator.

Vocabulary
Improper Fraction: Numerator is larger than the denominator.
Mixed Number: A whole number and a fraction together.
Common Mistakes
  • Putting the remainder as the whole number.
  • Forgetting the denominator.
  • Incorrect remainder placement
  • Forgetting to simplify fraction
  • Numerator becomes whole number
  • Ignoring the whole number part
Differentiation
SupportUse long division brackets.
ChallengeConvert and then simplify.
Discussion Questions
  • How do we know if a fraction is improper?
  • What if there is no remainder?
  • Why convert an improper fraction?
  • How is division related to fractions?
  • When do we use mixed numbers?
  • What makes a fraction improper?
Extension Activities
  • Word problems involving sharing items.
  • Fraction bingo.
Parent Tip

Ask your child to convert 10/4 to a mixed number.

Learning Path
Skill Cluster

Number Sense & Fractions

Estimated Time

15 minutes

Skills Practiced
Convert improper to mixed