What is 9 15/8 as an improper fraction?

The mixed number 9 15/8 written as an improper fraction is 87/8

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Convert 9 15/8 as an improper fraction

To turn the mixed number 9 15/8 into an improper fraction, use these simple steps:

First, multiply the whole number by the denominator of the fractional part: 9 × 8 = 72.

After that, add the result to the numerator of the fractional part: 72 + 15 = 87.

Next, Write the sum of the previous step on the original denominator: 87/8.

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15/8
=
9 × 8 + 15/8
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87/8

This means that 9 15/8, as an improper fraction, equals 87/8.

See also: 9 15/8 as a decimal

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