True of False? Improper fractions is another name for mixed numbers .

False. Improper fractions is another name for top heavy fractions .

Introduction to Fractions (Cambridge (CIE) IGCSE Maths: Core): Flashcards

Exam code: 0580 & 0980

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Define the term top heavy (improper) fraction.
A top heavy (improper) fraction is one where its numerator is bigger than its denominator.
E.g. $\frac{4}{3}$ is a top heavy fraction.
Define the term mixed number.
A mixed number is a whole number added together with a fraction.
E.g. $2 \frac{3}{5}$ is a mixed number.
How do you convert a mixed number into a top heavy fraction?
To convert from a mixed number into a top heavy fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator. Add that value to the numerator. This becomes the new numerator.
The denominator stays the same.
E.g. $4 \frac{5}{8} = \frac{4 \times 8 + 5}{8} = \frac{37}{8}$
How do you convert a top heavy fraction into a mixed number?
To convert from a top heavy fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator.
The number of times that the denominator goes into the numerator is the whole number for the mixed number.
The remainder is the numerator for the mixed number.
The denominator stays the same.
E.g. $\frac{22}{7} = \frac{21}{7} + \frac{1}{7} = 3 \frac{1}{7}$
True of False?
Improper fractions is another name for mixed numbers.
False.
Improper fractions is another name for top heavy fractions.

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