Converting a Mixed Number Into an Improper Fraction

Improper fractions and mixed numbers are two different ways of writing numbers that can have the same value. Sometimes, it is useful to convert between them. Consider the following mixed number. 5 29 This mixed number can be rewritten as an improper fraction in three steps.

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Multiply the Integer Part by the Denominator

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First, identify the integer part of the mixed number. This is the integer number written before the fraction.

Next, multiply the integer part by the denominator of the fraction. In this case, the denominator of the fraction is 9. 5* 9=45

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Interact With an Applet that Converts Different Mixed Numbers Into Improper Fractions

Submit the values of the integer part, numerator and denominator between 1 and 15, inclusively. Then, the process of converting the mixed number into an improper fraction will be illustrated.