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Why do mixed numbers need to be turned into improper fractions?
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∙ 11y ago
It helps with adding and multiplying fractions sometimes. Its simpler to multiply 3/7 x 9/7 than 1 2/7 x 3/7.
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∙ 11y ago
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How do add mixed improper fraction?
Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions. Improper fractions can be added the same way proper fractions are.
How is multiplying mixed numbers different than multiplying fractions?
if you have mixed numbers you make them into improper fractions before you multiply
How do you explain what i need to do if the sum of the mixed numbers includes an improper fraction?
Change the mixed numbers into improper fractions and carry out the calculations accordingly
How do you turn a mixed number into a proper fraction?
Mixed numbers cannot be turned into proper fractions, but they can be made into improper fractions by multiplying the integer (# on the side) by the denominator (bottom), and then adding that number to the numerator (top).
How are improper fractions and mixed numbers different to proper fractions?
In case of Proper fractions the numerator is lesser than the denominator. Whereas in case of improper fractions and mixed fractions the numerator is greater than denominator.
How do add mixed improper fraction?
Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions. Improper fractions can be added the same way proper fractions are.
Do architects use mixed numbers and improper fractions?
no.
How do you times mixed numbers?
turn them into improper fractions
How is multiplying mixed numbers different than multiplying fractions?
if you have mixed numbers you make them into improper fractions before you multiply
How do you explain what i need to do if the sum of the mixed numbers includes an improper fraction?
Change the mixed numbers into improper fractions and carry out the calculations accordingly
How do you turn a mixed number into a proper fraction?
Mixed numbers cannot be turned into proper fractions, but they can be made into improper fractions by multiplying the integer (# on the side) by the denominator (bottom), and then adding that number to the numerator (top).
How do you subtract fractions with mixed numbers and like denominators?
Convert them to improper fractions and proceed.
How are improper fractions and mixed numbers different to proper fractions?
In case of Proper fractions the numerator is lesser than the denominator. Whereas in case of improper fractions and mixed fractions the numerator is greater than denominator.
How is adding mixed numbers the same as adding fractions?
Mixed numbers can be converted to improper fractions. Then, it is exactly the same as adding proper ones.
How do you Multiply three or more mixed numbers.?
Convert them to improper fractions and proceed the same way you would multiply two fractions.
How do you do mixed numbers?
turn them into improper fractions
What how do you convert fractions and mixed numbers to decimals?
Convert any mixed numbers to improper fractions. Once you have a fraction (proper or improper) do the division. 2/4 = 2 divided by 4 = 0.5
