Matt had to write 3 4/12 as an improper fraction. Write how you would tell Matt the easiest way to do so.

Question

I AM STUCK IN MY MATH HOMEWORK, PLEASE HELP

Answer 1

Hi Liz--

 

3 and 4/12 as an improper fraction would basically be a big pile of 12ths.

 

So, first look at the whole number 3. Each whole is 12/12, and since there are 3 wholes, together they would give you 36/12.

 

Add to that the remaining 4/12, and you get 40/12 as your improper fraction.

 

Hope this helps!

 

Matt in NY