What is 27 1/3 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 27 1/3 written as an improper fraction is 82/3

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Convert 27 1/3 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 27 1/3 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 27 × 3 = 81.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 81 + 1 = 82.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 82/3.

27
1/3
=
27 × 3 + 1/3
=
82/3

This means that 27 1/3, as an improper fraction, equals 82/3.

See also: 27 1/3 as a decimal

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