Grade 5 · Year 6 · Class 5 · ages 10–11 · Fractions
Mixed numbers and improper fractions: Grade 5 practice
Changing between improper fractions and mixed numbers. Eight questions at a time, instant feedback and a mastery score from 0 to 100.
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The idea in one minute
Divide the top by the bottom: the answer is the whole part and the remainder is the new top. To go back, multiply the whole by the bottom and add the top.
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One question at each level. Tap a question to see the answer.
Easy Write 5 12 as an improper fraction:
Answer: 112
Medium Write 54 as a mixed number:
Answer: 1 14
Challenge Write 6 12 as an improper fraction:
Answer: 132
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Mixed numbers and improper fractions: questions
What grade is mixed numbers and improper fractions?
It is usually taught in Grade 5 (Year 6 in England, Class 5 in India, ages 10–11), though schools and countries differ. Try the grade above or below if it feels too hard or too easy.
What does a mixed numbers and improper fractions question look like?
For example: "Write 5/4 as a mixed number:" The answer is 1 1/4. Divide the top by the bottom: the answer is the whole part and the remainder is the new top. To go back, multiply the whole by the bottom and add the top.
What should I learn before and after mixed numbers and improper fractions?
Before it, try fractions of a group word problems (Grade 5). After it, move on to simplifying fractions (Grade 6).
How can I get better at mixed numbers and improper fractions?
Divide the top by the bottom: the answer is the whole part and the remainder is the new top. To go back, multiply the whole by the bottom and add the top. Practise a little every day, read the hint after each wrong answer, and use the printable worksheet when you want to write it out.
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