Definition Of Mixed Number

A number that is the sum of a whole number and a proper fraction is called a mixed number.

In other words, a mixed number is a number that has a whole number part and a fractional part.

Examples of Mixed Number

 is a mixed number where 5 is a whole number  is a proper fraction.
The following are few more examples of mixed numbers .

Video Examples: How to Convert Mixed Numbers into Fractions

Solved Example on Mixed Number

Ques: Joe is  ft tall. Write the fraction as a mixed number.

Choices:

A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Correct Answer: D

Solution:

Step 1: . [Original fraction.] 
Step 2: Divide 41 by 7.

Step 3:  [Write in the form .]
Step 4: The mixed number for the improper fraction  is .

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