Easily convert improper fractions to mixed numbers. Our calculator shows the division steps, quotient, and remainder to help students learn the process.
Visualizing Fraction Conversion
Understanding the relationship between improper fractions and mixed numbers is a cornerstone of middle-school mathematics. This tool bridges the gap between raw division and structured mixed notation.
What is an Improper Fraction?
An improper fraction is any fraction where the numerator (top number) is greater than or equal to the denominator (bottom number), such as 11/4.
The Mixed Number Logic
A mixed number combines a whole number and a proper fraction. For example, 2 3/4 represents two whole units and three-quarters of a third unit.
The Division Method
To convert, simply divide the top by the bottom. The Quotient is your whole number, and the Remainder stays over the original denominator.