What is 1 56/40 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 1 56/40 written as an improper fraction is 96/40

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Convert 1 56/40 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 1 56/40 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 + 56 = 96.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 96/40.

1
56/40
=
1 × 40 + 56/40
=
96/40

This means that 1 56/40, as an improper fraction, equals 96/40.

See also: 1 56/40 as a decimal

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