What is 120 179/5000 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 120 179/5000 written as an improper fraction is 600179/5000

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Convert 120 179/5000 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 120 179/5000 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 120 × 5000 = 600000.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 600000 + 179 = 600179.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 600179/5000.

120
179/5000
=
120 × 5000 + 179/5000
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600179/5000

This means that 120 179/5000, as an improper fraction, equals 600179/5000.

See also: 120 179/5000 as a decimal

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