How to convert 100/31 to a mixed number?
Sometimes fractions exceed the value of "1", making them improper. Such fractions, such as 100/31 (or 3.2258064516129 in its decimal form), can be rewritten as what we call "mixed numbers", providing a clearer understanding and representation of the value.
Step-by-step conversion of 100/31 to a mixed number
- Use the Euclidean division method to divide the numerator (100) by the denominator (31): 100 ÷ 31 = 3 remainder 7
- The integer of the mixed number is equal to the quotient (3) of the long division.
- The numerator of the fractional part is equal to the remainder (7) of the long division.
- The denominator of the fractional part remains the original denominator (31).
- Combine these element to form the fractional part:
Thus, the result of converting to a mixed number is:
Please note that it should be read as "3 and 7/31", not "3 multiplied by 7/31".