Converting 1 3/5 to an Improper Fraction
An improper fraction is a fraction where the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator. To convert a mixed number like 1 3/5 into an improper fraction, follow these steps:
- Multiply the whole number by the denominator: 1 x 5 = 5
- Add the numerator: 5 + 3 = 8
- Keep the same denominator: 8/5
Therefore, 1 3/5 as an improper fraction is 8/5. This fraction is already in its simplest form since the numerator and denominator share no common factors other than 1.