What is 6 11/8 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 6 11/8 written as an improper fraction is 59/8

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Convert 6 11/8 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 6 11/8 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 6 × 8 = 48.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 48 + 11 = 59.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 59/8.

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11/8
=
6 × 8 + 11/8
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59/8

This means that 6 11/8, as an improper fraction, equals 59/8.

See also: 6 11/8 as a decimal

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