Math Clip Art--Fraction Concepts--Mixed Numbers 10

Topic

Fractions

Description

This image shows the numerical manipulation of converting 1 2/5 to 7/5. It displays the step-by-step process of multiplying the whole number by the denominator, adding the numerator, and then writing this over the original denominator.

This representation helps students understand the mathematical process behind converting mixed numbers to improper fractions. It provides a clear, numerical approach to complement the visual models seen in previous images.

Teachers can use this image to explain the algorithm for converting mixed numbers to improper fractions and to reinforce the connection between multiplication and fractions.

Teacher's Script: "Now we're converting the mixed number 1 2/5 to an improper fraction. We multiply 1 by 5 to get 5, add 2, and put this over 5 to get 7/5. Can you explain why this works? How does this relate to what we saw in the previous image with the rectangular models?"

For a complete collection of math clip art related to Fraction Concepts click on this link: Mixed Numbers Collection.