
Here we will show you how to convert the improper fraction 222/4 to a mixed number (aka mixed fraction). We start by setting up the fraction below.
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4 |
Step 1 - Find Whole Number
Calculate out how many times the denominator goes into the numerator. To do that, divide 222 by 4 and keep only what is to the left of the decimal point:
222 / 4 = 55.5000 = 55
Step 2 - Find New Numerator
Multiply the answer from Step 1 by the denominator and deduct that from the original numerator.
222 - (4 x 55) = 2
Step 3 - Put Together
Keep the original denominator and use the answers from Step 1 and Step 2 to get this:
55 |
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Step 4 - Minimize
Minimize the fraction part from Step 3 by dividing the numerator and denominator by 2, which is the greatest common factor, to get the final answer. 222/4 as a Mixed Number is:
55 |
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Improper Fraction To Mixed Number Converter
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Terminology & Explanation
222 above the division line is called the numerator and 4 below the divison line is called the denominator.
We call the line that separates 222 and 4 the division line. It is also known as the fraction bar or vinculum.
222/4 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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