The procedure to convert the mixed fraction into an improper fraction is:
Step 1: Multiply the whole number by the denominator value
Step 2: Now, add the obtained value with the numerator value, which is the numerator value of an improper fraction
Step 3: Write down the same denominator value given in the proper fraction
Step 4: Finally, a new fraction is obtained, which is called an improper fraction.
17/8 as improper fraction
Given Mixed fraction is 1 7/8
Step 1: Multiply 1 by 8: 8 × 1 = 8
Step 2: Add 8 with 7: 8+7 = 15 (New numerator value).
Hence, the improper fraction is 15/4.
Answer
1 7 /8 as fraction is 15/4