write the equivalent improper fraction

Question

trying to help my little brother can't remember how to write improper fractions.. this is the problem 6 2/5 equals?

Answer 1

Hi Tracey;

6 2/5

The denominator, number on bottom, remains unchanged as we convert this from a mixed into an improper fraction.

For the numerator, number on top,...

Multiply (6)(5) then add this to 2...

30+2=32

32/5