
Here we will show you how to convert the improper fraction 132/7 to a mixed number (aka mixed fraction). We start by setting up the fraction below.
132 | |||
7 |
Step 1 - Find Whole Number
Calculate out how many times the denominator goes into the numerator. To do that, divide 132 by 7 and keep only what is to the left of the decimal point:
132 / 7 = 18.8571 = 18
Step 2 - Find New Numerator
Multiply the answer from Step 1 by the denominator and deduct that from the original numerator.
132 - (7 x 18) = 6
Step 3 - Get Solution
Keep the original denominator and use the answers from Step 1 and Step 2 to get the answer. 132/7 as a mixed number is:
18 |
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Terminology & Explanation
132 above the division line is called the numerator and 7 below the divison line is called the denominator.
We call the line that separates 132 and 7 the division line. It is also known as the fraction bar or vinculum.
132/7 is an improper fraction because the numerator is greater than the denominator.
A mixed number is an integer (whole number) and a proper fraction.
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