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How do I properly multiply fractions?

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To simplify the process of multiplying fractions, first multiply the numerators together to get the new numerator. Then, multiply the denominators together to find the new denominator. After obtaining the product, it's beneficial to simplify the resulting fraction by canceling out any common factors between the numerator and the denominator. By simplifying before multiplying, especially when dealing with larger numbers, you can work with smaller, more manageable numbers, which makes the calculation easier and reduces the likelihood of errors. Simplifying fractions not only streamlines the multiplication process but also aids in understanding the relationship between the numbers involved, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in mathematical operations.

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How could I make 4 into an improper fraction?

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Some examples of this would be 8/2, 12/3, and 16/4. Do this by using Steps 2 and 3 above.

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How do you convert 15/6 into a whole number?

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It will convert only into a mixed number, because 15 is not a multiple of 6. (18/6, for example, would convert into a whole number.)

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How do I convert 3/4 into a whole number?

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3/4 will not convert into a whole number. The only fractions that can be converted into whole numbers are those whose numerators are the same number as their denominators, or whose numerators are an exact multiple of their denominators.

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How do I change -13 to an improper fraction?

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The denominator of a whole number is always 1; therefore, the improper fraction is -13/1. Make sure you don't do -13/-1, because two negatives make a positive.

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How do I change a mixed number into an improper fraction?

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The denominator remains the same as it was in the mixed number. To get the new numerator, multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the old numerator.

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How do I write a fraction in simplest form?

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Divide both the numerator and the denominator by the largest number that will divide evenly into both. After that, if it's an improper fraction, convert it to a mixed number.

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How do I convert 12/4 to an improper fraction?

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It's already an improper fraction. An improper fraction is any fraction whose numerator is equal to or larger than its denominator.

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How do I find the missing digit in 5/7× = 15?

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Divide 15 by 5/7, which is the same as multiplying 15 by 7/5. That will give you x.

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Can 10 be changed into a mixed number?

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Yes, but there are infinite amounts of combinations. As long as you can show the addition of 9 and a whole number split into another fraction (without using the addition sign), you can include this fraction. Things like 9 1/1 work, along with 9 5/5 too. Even 9 ∞/∞ also works.

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What is -3.2 as an improper fraction?

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-3.2 = -3 2/10 = -3 1/5 = -16/5.

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What is 6 whole number 1 over 4 as an improper fraction?

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6 1/4 = 25/4.

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What improper fractions are equal to the whole number 6?

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There are many. For example, 6/1, 12/2, 18/3, 24/4, 30/5, 36/6, etc.

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How do you convert whole numbers to fractions?

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The whole number becomes the numerator of the fraction. The denominator is 1. For example, 12 = 12/1. You can choose to express that same whole number as another improper fraction by multiplying the original numerator and denominator by the same number. For example, 12/1 = 24/2 or 36/3. All of those fractions have the same value, 12.

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How do you convert 25/1 to a whole number?

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Eliminate the denominator. 25/1 = 25.

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What is 1598304 as a fraction?

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1598304 / 1.

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How do I convert 56 into an improper fraction?

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The easiest fraction is 56/1. You could also choose to use 112/2, 168/3, 224/4, etc.

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What is -13 as an improper fraction?

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-13/1. Also, -26/2, -39/3, -52/4, etc.

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What is 3 as an improper fraction?

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3/1, 6/2, 9/3, etc.

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How do I turn 21/5 into a improper fraction?

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It already is in improper fraction form. An improper fraction is a fraction with its numerator bigger than its denominator.

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How can I get even better at this?

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Practice, and soon you will become very good at this. Ask a tutor for help if you struggle.

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What is 38 as a fraction?

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38 as a fraction is 38/1, because anything divided by 1 is itself, therefore giving you your final answer of 38/1.

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How do you turn 8 into a fraction with a numerator of 4?

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The denominator is 1/2. That would then be 4 divided by 1/2, or the same as 4 x 2, which is equal to 8.

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How do I convert 5 1/3 into a fraction?

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5 1/3 as an improper fraction equals 16/3.

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What is 11 as an improper fraction?

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11 = 11/1. You could also write it as 22/2 or 33/3, etc.

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How do you make -2 2/3 into an improper fraction?

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Multiply the whole number by the denominator. To that add the numerator. That gives you the new numerator. The denominator remains the same. -2 2/3 = -8/3.

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What is 2 1/4 divided by 2 2/5?

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(2 1/4) / (2 2/5) = (9/4) / (12 / 5) = (9/4)(5/12) = 45/48 = 15/16.

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What is 3 as a fraction?

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3/1. Any whole number can be expressed as itself divided by 1.

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What is 19 in fraction form?

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19 in fraction form is 19/1.

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How do you change 6 into an improper fraction?

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6 as an improper fraction is 6/1.

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