Mixed Number
Definition of Mixed Number
- A number that is the sum of a whole number and a proper fraction is called a mixed number.
- In other words, a mixed number is a number that has a whole number part and a fractional part.
Examples of Mixed Number
is a mixed number where 5 is a whole number 
is a proper fraction.- The following are few more examples of mixed numbers.
Solved Example on Mixed Number
Joe is 
ft tall. Write the fraction as a mixed number.
Choices:
A. 
B. 
C. 
D. 
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Step 1: 
. [Original fraction.]
Step 2: Divide 41 by 7.
Step 3: 
[Write in the form 
.]
Step 4: The mixed number for the improper fraction 
is 
.
Related Terms for Mixed Number
- Whole Number
- Proper Fraction
- Sum
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