5th Grade Converting Fractions
Rewrite mixed numbers and improper fractions without changing their value.
Understanding converting fractions in 5th Grade
Rewrite mixed numbers and improper fractions without changing their value.
A worked example
2 1/3 = 7/3 because two wholes contain six thirds, plus one more third.
Practice together
Ask the learner to explain each step, then change one number and try a similar example. Use a drawing, number line, or place-value model when it helps make the reasoning visible. Check the answer using an estimate or the inverse operation.
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What does 5th Grade Converting Fractions cover?
Rewrite mixed numbers and improper fractions without changing their value.
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