What is 137 79/40 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 137 79/40 written as an improper fraction is 5559/40

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Convert 137 79/40 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 137 79/40 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 137 × 40 = 5480.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 5480 + 79 = 5559.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 5559/40.

137
79/40
=
137 × 40 + 79/40
=
5559/40

This means that 137 79/40, as an improper fraction, equals 5559/40.

See also: 137 79/40 as a decimal

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