What is 48 9/8 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 48 9/8 written as an improper fraction is 393/8

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Convert 48 9/8 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 48 9/8 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 48 × 8 = 384.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 384 + 9 = 393.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 393/8.

48
9/8
=
48 × 8 + 9/8
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393/8

This means that 48 9/8, as an improper fraction, equals 393/8.

See also: 48 9/8 as a decimal

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