Change an Improper Fraction into a Mixed Number

In this activity, we will learn how to change an improper fraction into a mixed number.

 

To change an improper fraction into a mixed number, we need to divide the numerator by the denominator. 

The answer gives us the whole number and the remainder is written as the new numerator. 

 

Here's an example:

 

 

33 7

 

 

First of all, we need to divide 33 by 7. This gives us 4, remainder  5. (33 - 28 = 5)

The 4 is the whole number and we write the remainder as the new numerator.

 

 

So, we get: 

 

 

33 7

=

4

5 7

 

 

Let's try another one.

 

What is 29/5 as a mixed number?

 

First of all, we divide the numerator by the denominator: 29 ÷ 5 = 5 remainder 4

The 5 is the whole number and the remainder becomes the new numerator: 5 4/5

 

Are you ready to have a go at some questions now?