The mixed number 12 27/40 written as an improper fraction is 507/40
To turn the mixed number 12 27/40 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:
First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 12 × 40 = 480.
After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 480 + 27 = 507.
Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 507/40.
This means that 12 27/40, as an improper fraction, equals 507/40.
See also: 12 27/40 as a decimal