How to convert 64/63 to a mixed number?
Sometimes fractions exceed the value of "1", making them improper. Such fractions, such as 64/63 (or 1.015873015873 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 64/63 to a mixed number
- Use the Euclidean division method to divide the numerator (64) by the denominator (63): 64 ÷ 63 = 1 remainder 1
- The integer of the mixed number is equal to the quotient (1) 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 (63).
- 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 "1 and 1/63", not "1 multiplied by 1/63".