Convert Improper Fractions to Mixed Numbers

A mixed number is a combination of a whole number and a fraction.

Improper fractions can be written as mixed numbers.

To write an improper fraction as a mixed number,

Let's go through some examples to understand the concept better.

Example 1

Solution

Divide the numerator by the denominator:

17 ÷ 4 = 4, with a remainder of 1

The quotient, 4, is the whole number.

The remainder, 1, is the numerator. The denominator remains 4.

Example 2

Solution

Divide the numerator by the denominator:

14 ÷ 9 = 1, with a remainder of 5

The quotient, 1, is the whole number.

The remainder, 5, is the numerator. The denominator remains 9.

Example 3

Solution

Divide the numerator by the denominator:

20 ÷ 5 = 4

The quotient, 4, is the whole number. There is no remainder.

If there is no remainder, just take the quotient as the whole number.