Question

Convert the following mixed fractions into an improper fraction:

$3\frac{5}{48}$

Answer 1

Given $3\frac{5}{48}$

To convert a mixed fraction into an improper fraction, we have to follow the steps given below:

Multiply the natural number part by the denominator

$3\frac{5}{48}$$=48\times 3=144$

To this product add the numerator.

$144+5=149$

This number over the denominator is the required improper fraction.

$3\frac{5}{48}$$=$$\frac{149}{48}$

Hence, $\frac{149}{48}$ is the required improper fraction.