Question

How do you make an improper fraction for 5 7/8?

Answer 1

Mixed fraction: `5 7/8color(white)("XXXXXXXX")`Improper fraction: `47/8`

Explanation:

`5 7/8` means `5 + 7/8`

`5` is equivalent to `40/8`

So `5 7/8 = 40/8 + 7/8 = 47/8`