Simplifying Improper Fractions
An improper fraction is one in which the numerator is larger than the
denominator. If the answer to an addition, subtraction, multiplication, or
division fraction is improper, simplify it and reduce if possible.
4
Ex. 1:
is an improper fraction. Divide the denominator into
3
numerator.
1
1
3
4
1
3
3
1
10
Ex. 2:
is an improper fraction. Divide to simplify. Reduce.
8
1
2
1
10
8
10
1
1
8
8
4
8
2
136
Ex. 3:
is an improper fraction. Divide to simplify. Reduce.
20
6
16
4
136
20
136
6
6
20
20
5
120
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Fractions Packet
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