If You Want To Pass the CSET Know How To Convert Fractions

If you are studying for the CSET Multiple Subjects exam then you need to know how to convert improper fractions to mixed fractions, how to convert a fraction to a percent, and how to convert a fraction to a decimal.

This lesson is comprised of a review of key concepts, two videos to watch, a CSET Convert Fractions practice test, and finally the answer key.

What Is An Improper Fraction?

An improper fraction has a numerator (top number) larger than or equal to the denominator (bottom number).

Examples:

5/4 or 4/3

Converting Improper Fractions to Mixed Fractions

To convert an improper fraction to a mixed fraction, follow these steps:

1. Divide the numerator by the denominator.
2. Write down the whole number answer
3. Then write down any remainder above the denominator.

Example: Convert 5/4 to a mixed fraction.

Divide: 5 ÷ 4 = 1 with a remainder of 1
Write down the 1 and then write down the remainder (1) above the denominator (4), like this:

You can check to see if you converted the improper fraction to a mixed fraction correct by doing this: