What is 1 57/16 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 1 57/16 written as an improper fraction is 73/16

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Convert 1 57/16 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 1 57/16 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 1 × 16 = 16.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 16 + 57 = 73.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 73/16.

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57/16
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1 × 16 + 57/16
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73/16

This means that 1 57/16, as an improper fraction, equals 73/16.

See also: 1 57/16 as a decimal

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