How do you write 3 5/6 as an improper fraction?

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smendyka
Mar 25, 2018

3 5/6 = 3 + 5/6 = (6/6 * 3) + 5/6 = 18/6 + 5/6 = (18 + 5)/6 = 23/6

Explanation:

Another method is:

  • Multiply the the integer by the denominator: 3 * 6 = 18

  • Add the numerator to this result: 18 + 5 = 23

  • Put this result over the denominator: 23/6

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