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Because if you divide out the fraction you get a number bigger than one. (Definition of an improper fraction).
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Why decimals greater than 1 become improper fractions when converted?
When you convert a decimal greater than 1 into a fraction its easier to change it into a mixed number first. Then change it into an improper fraction.
How do you turn a fraction into an inproper fraction?
Proper fractions are less than 1. Improper fractions are greater than 1. For a proper fraction to become an improper fraction, you would have to add a quantity that would make it greater than 1.
What does an improper fraction become when it is reduced?
It remains an improper fraction.
How do change an improper fraction into a fraction?
An improper fraction is a fraction. It can't become a proper fraction.
How do you turn an improper fraction into a normal fraction?
Improper fractions can't become proper fractions.
What is an improper fraction for 4 out of 6?
4/6 is a proper fraction. Proper fractions can't become improper fractions.
What is 5 over 8 as an improper fraction in simplest form?
5/8, a proper fraction, cannot become an improper fraction. It is, however, in its simplest form.
How do you make a number an improper fraction?
Any whole number can become an improper fraction by putting it over one. 9 = 9/1
What is 4 over 5 as an improper fraction?
4/5 is a proper fraction. Proper fractions can't become improper fractions; it wouldn't be proper.
What Is 8 over 13 as an improper fraction?
8/13 is a proper fraction. Proper fractions can't become improper.
When does an improper fraction become a whole number?
When the numerator is equal to or a multiple of the denominator.
What is 2.1 as a fraction?
2.1 = 2 + 1/10 = 2 1/10 It can also be written as the improper fraction 21/10
