The mixed number 278 959/1000 written as an improper fraction is 278959/1000
To turn the mixed number 278 959/1000 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:
First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 278 × 1000 = 278000.
After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 278000 + 959 = 278959.
Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 278959/1000.
This means that 278 959/1000, as an improper fraction, equals 278959/1000.
See also: 278 959/1000 as a decimal