How to convert 57/6 to a mixed number?
Sometimes fractions exceed the value of "1", making them improper. Such fractions, such as 57/6 (or 9.5 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 57/6 to a mixed number
- Simplify the fraction (57/6) by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their GCD (3): 57/3 = 19 and 6/3 = 2. This gives 19/2.
- Use the Euclidean division method to divide the numerator (19) by the denominator (2): 19 ÷ 2 = 9 remainder 1
- The integer of the mixed number is equal to the quotient (9) of the long division.
- The numerator of the fractional part is equal to the remainder (1) of the long division.
- The denominator of the fractional part remains the original denominator (2).
- 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 "9 and 1/2", not "9 multiplied by 1/2".