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Improper fractions have a top that is larger than the bottom, but will not divide evenly. When you divide the bottom into the top, the result is a mixed fraction, with a Whole part and a fraction part.
Here is another example of an improper fraction. After dividing, the fraction part must be reduced,
You can instead reduce the fraction first if you want, before dividing. Here's another improper fraction, simplified both ways: ![]() Reduce first: ![]() Click on each to learn about them: Fractions | Whole | Improper | Mixed |