Question

What is `5 7/9` as an improper fraction?

Answer 1

`62/9`

Explanation:

To change a mixed number into an improper fraction, first multiply the denominator and whole number:

`color(blue)5 7/color(blue)9`

`color(blue)5 xx color(blue)9`

`45`

And then add that same number to the numerator:

`(color(red)(45))` `5 color(red)7/9`

`color(red)45 + color(red)7`

`62`

Put that number over the original denominator:

`62/9`

Here's a helpful image on changing improper fractions to mixed numbers.