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What is 15/7 as a mixed number

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Fraction can't be reduced (simplified). /7 = - 15/7 = - 2 1/7 = - 2.142857142857; Result written as a negative improper fraction, a mixed number (also called a mixed fraction) and a decimal number. Ordinary (simple, common) math fraction reducing to lowest terms (simplifying), answer with explanations below.

Explanation:

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2 1/7 Is Your Answer.

First, divide the numerator (the 15) by the denominator (the 7). This will give

you 2, with a remainder of 1.

The mixed number can be created by using the 2 as the whole number, the 1 as the numerator

and the 7 as the denominator.

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