How to convert 65/27 to a mixed number?
Sometimes fractions exceed the value of "1", making them improper. Such fractions, such as 65/27 (or 2.4074074074074 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 65/27 to a mixed number
- Use the Euclidean division method to divide the numerator (65) by the denominator (27): 65 ÷ 27 = 2 remainder 11
- The integer of the mixed number is equal to the quotient (2) of the long division.
- The numerator of the fractional part is equal to the remainder (11) of the long division.
- The denominator of the fractional part remains the original denominator (27).
- 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 "2 and 11/27", not "2 multiplied by 11/27".