Question

Each circle counts as one whole.

Write a mixed number giving the amount shaded.
Then, write this amount as an improper fraction.

Answer 1

Mix = 2 1/2 Improper = 5/2

Explanation:

There are two shaded circles which represent 2 wholes. Then, there is another circle shaded halfway representing 1/2. Put them together you get 2 1/2. To turn it into an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator then add the numerator.

Answer 2

Explanation:

Mixed number:
`2(1)/(2)`

Improper fraction:
`(5)/(2)`

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