How to convert 77/75 to a mixed number?
Sometimes fractions exceed the value of "1", making them improper. Such fractions, such as 77/75 (or 1.0266666666667 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 77/75 to a mixed number
- Use the Euclidean division method to divide the numerator (77) by the denominator (75): 77 ÷ 75 = 1 remainder 2
- 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 (2) of the long division.
- The denominator of the fractional part remains the original denominator (75).
- 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 2/75", not "1 multiplied by 2/75".