Express the following as improper fraction: $5 \frac{3}{5}$.

Given :

The given term is $5 \frac{3}{5}$.

To do :

We have to convert the mixed fraction to an improper fraction.

Solution :

To convert a mixed fraction to an improper fraction, follow these steps:

1. Multiply the whole number part by the fraction's denominator.

2. Add the result to the numerator.

3. Then write the result on top of the denominator keeping denominator unchanged.

$5 \frac{3}{5}$.

1. $5 \times 5 + 3 = 25 + 3 = 28$ is the numerator.

2. Denominator remains unchanged.

3. So, $5 \frac{3}{5}= \frac{28}{5}$.

Therefore, improper fraction of $5 \frac{3}{5}$ is $ \frac{28}{5}$.

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Updated on: 10-Oct-2022

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