Question

5 4/12 is what in improper fraction​

Answer 1

16/3

Explanation:

1. Multiply the whole number by the denominator

=5x12

=60.

2. Add the product to the numerator

=60+4

=64.

3. Answer = 64/12.

4. Simplify the answer by using the

greatest common factor of 64 and

12, which is 4.

=64÷4

12÷4

=16

3

The improper fraction for 5 4/12 is 16/3.

Answer 2

`(16)/(3)`

Explanation:

Multiply the whole number by the denominator

5 × 12 = 60

Add the answer from Step 1 to the numerator

60 + 4 = 64

Write the answer from Step 2 over the denominator

64/12

Simplify the fraction :

Find the greatest common factor of 64 and 12

GCF of 64 and 12 = 4

64 ÷ 4 = 16

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12 ÷ 4 = 3

The mixed number 5 4/12 converted to an improper fraction is, therefore :

16/3