Question

Which mixed number is equivalent to the improper fraction 42/5?

4 2/5
7 4/5
8 2/5
9 3/5
40 points if answer is right

Answer 1

8 2/5

Explanation:

42/5

to find the improper fraction, divide the numerator by the denominator

and then find the remainder

42 / 5 = 8 ( 5*8) the remainder is 42-40 = 2

Put the remainder over the denominator

8 2/5

Answer 2

Hey there!

Question reads….

Which mixed number is equivalent to the improper fraction 42/5?

EQUATION:

42/5

The one that is equivalent to the fraction is:
8 2/5

Reason:

8 2/5

= 8 * 5 + 2 / 5

= 40 + 2 / 5

= 42 / 5

Therefore, your answer should be:

Option C. 8 2/5

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