What is 21 2/40 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 21 2/40 written as an improper fraction is 842/40

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Convert 21 2/40 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 21 2/40 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 21 × 40 = 840.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 840 + 2 = 842.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 842/40.

21
2/40
=
21 × 40 + 2/40
=
842/40

This means that 21 2/40, as an improper fraction, equals 842/40.

See also: 21 2/40 as a decimal

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