How to convert 68/50 to a mixed number?
Sometimes fractions exceed the value of "1", making them improper. Such fractions, such as 68/50 (or 1.36 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 68/50 to a mixed number
- Simplify the fraction (68/50) by dividing both the numerator and the denominator by their GCD (2): 68/2 = 34 and 50/2 = 25. This gives 34/25.
- Use the Euclidean division method to divide the numerator (34) by the denominator (25): 34 ÷ 25 = 1 remainder 9
- 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 (9) of the long division.
- The denominator of the fractional part remains the original denominator (25).
- 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 9/25", not "1 multiplied by 9/25".