Question

Kim can only understand improper fractions. Convert the mixed fraction $3\frac{4}{5}$ into an improper fraction for Kim.

• A. $\frac{17}{5}$
• B. $\frac{18}{5}$
• C. $\frac{19}{5}$
• D. $\frac{21}{5}$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $\frac{19}{5}$

The fraction $3\frac{4}{5}$ can be converted to a improper fraction:

$3\frac{4}{5}$ = $\frac{(3\times 5)+4}{5}$
$=\frac{15+4}{5}=\frac{19}{5}$