What is 1 16/40 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 1 16/40 written as an improper fraction is 56/40

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Convert 1 16/40 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 1 16/40 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 1 × 40 = 40.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 40 + 16 = 56.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 56/40.

1
16/40
=
1 × 40 + 16/40
=
56/40

This means that 1 16/40, as an improper fraction, equals 56/40.

See also: 1 16/40 as a decimal

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