3 1/4 =

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To convert the mixed number \(3 \frac{1}{4}\) into an improper fraction, follow these steps:

  1. Multiply the whole number (3) by the denominator (4): \[ 3 \times 4 = 12 \]

  2. Add the numerator (1) to this result: \[ 12 + 1 = 13 \]

  3. Place the result over the original denominator (4): \[ \frac{13}{4} \]

Therefore, \(3 \frac{1}{4} = \frac{13}{4}\).