Question

How do you write 6 7/8 as an improper fraction?

Answer 1

`55/8`

Explanation:

When converting to an improper fraction, you multiply the denominator by the whole number, then add the numerator.

In this case, you multiply `8` by `6`, which is `48`, then add `7` which gives `55`. Now you put `55` over the original denominator, which is `8`. So the answer is `55/8`.

`6 7/8 = (6 xx 8 + 7)/8 = (48 + 7)/8 = 55/8`

Answer 2

Another approach is:

`6 7/8 = 6 + 7/8 = (8/8 xx 6) + 7/8 = 48/8 + 7/8 = (48 + 7)/8 = 55/8`