Convert 5 8/12 to an improper number

Answer 1

To convert 5 8/12 to an improper fraction, we first multiply the whole number (5) by the denominator of the fraction (12). Then, add the numerator (8) to the product. This will give us the numerator of the improper fraction. The denominator remains the same.

Multiplying the whole number (5) by the denominator (12):
5 × 12 = 60

Adding the numerator (8) to the product (60):
60 + 8 = 68

Therefore, 5 8/12 can be converted to an improper fraction as 68/12.