How to Solve Fraction Questions in Math
Convert mixed numbers into improper fractions., Take the whole (non-fraction) number and multiply it by the denominator., Add that answer to the numerator., Put that amount over the original denominator and you will have an improper fraction.
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Convert mixed numbers into improper fractions.
Improper fractions are those whose numerators are larger than their denominators. (For example, 17/5.) If you are multiplying and dividing, you must convert mixed numbers into improper fractions before you begin the rest of your calculations.
Say you have the mixed number 3 2/5 (three and two-fifths). , In our example, that means 3 x 5, which is
15. , For our example, we add 15 + 2 to get 17 , In our case, we get 17/5. -
Step 2: Take the whole (non-fraction) number and multiply it by the denominator.
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Step 3: Add that answer to the numerator.
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Step 4: Put that amount over the original denominator and you will have an improper fraction.
Detailed Guide
Improper fractions are those whose numerators are larger than their denominators. (For example, 17/5.) If you are multiplying and dividing, you must convert mixed numbers into improper fractions before you begin the rest of your calculations.
Say you have the mixed number 3 2/5 (three and two-fifths). , In our example, that means 3 x 5, which is
15. , For our example, we add 15 + 2 to get 17 , In our case, we get 17/5.
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