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How do you multiply a mixed number with a whole number?

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To multiply a mixed number by a whole number, first express the whole number as a fraction with a denominator of one. Then, multiply the numerators and denominators together. Finally, simplify the result if needed, and that gives you the answer.

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How can I change 12/3 to a whole number?

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Divide 12 by 3 and you'll find that the answer is 4. When you see that type of slash, think the division sign instead.

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How do I convert 9/8 to a mixed number?

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See how many times 8 goes into 9, which is once. This number is your whole number, with a remainder of 1; therefore. the mixed number fraction would be 1 and 1/8.

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How do I write 7 3/4 as an improper fraction?

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To convert a mixed number into an improper fraction, multiply the whole number by the denominator, then add the numerator. Place this result over the denominator to get your improper fraction. So, to convert 7 3/4: 7*4 = 28. 28 + 3 = 31. 31/4 is your answer.

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What is 3/4 turned into a mixed number?

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This one is in simplest form and can't be turned into a mixed number. Only improper fractions - ones with a larger top than bottom - can be turned into mixed numbers.

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How do I change 2 and 3/5 into an improper fraction?

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Multiply 2 by 5, and add 3. That gives you the numerator. 5 is the denominator.

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What do I add to 31/8 to make 8?

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First convert the integer 8 to the improper fraction 64/8. Then subtract 31/8 from 64/8. That equals 33/8 (or 4 1/8), which is the number you're looking for.

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How do I turn 37/2 into a mixed number?

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Divide 37 by 2 to get your whole number (18). Any remainders (1) will be the numerator of the fraction and the original denominator, and (2) will stay the denominator. So your answer would be 18 1/2.

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What is 4.016 as mixed number?

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4 16/1000.

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How do I convert 60/240 into a mixed number?

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60/240 = ¼. A fraction must have a numerator equal to or larger than its denominator in order to be improper and convertible into a mixed number.

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What is 7/3 as a mixed fraction?

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7/3 = 6/3 + 1/3 = 2 + 1/3 = 2 1/3. You can also simply divide 7 by 3: 3 goes into 7 2 times with a remainder of 1, which translates to 2 1/3.

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How do I convert 3 & 7/6 into a mixed number?

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3 7/6 is already a mixed number. Change 7/6 to 1 1/6, then add the 3: that's 4 1/6.

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