Question

The mixed fraction representation of $\frac{7}{3}$ is__________.

• A. 2.333
• B. $2\frac{1}{3}$
• C. $7\frac{1}{3}$
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B $2\frac{1}{3}$

Divide the numerator by denominator and write the quotient next to the fraction with the remainder in the numerator and the original denominator to get the mixed fraction. When 7 is divided by 3, the quotient is 2 and the remainder is 1.
The mixed fraction representation of $\frac{7}{3}$ is $2\frac{1}{3}$.