Converting 1 3/1 3/2 3 to a Fraction
In mathematics, fractions are a way to represent a part of a whole. When we have a mixed number like 1 3/1 3/2 3, we can convert it to a fraction to make it easier to work with. In this article, we will show you how to convert 1 3/1 3/2 3 to a fraction.
Step 1: Break Down the Mixed Number
The mixed number 1 3/1 3/2 3 can be broken down into three parts:
- 1 is the whole number part
- 3/1 is the fractional part of the first group
- 3/2 is the fractional part of the second group
- 3 is the whole number part of the second group
Step 2: Convert the Fractional Parts
To convert the fractional parts, we need to find a common denominator. The least common multiple (LCM) of 1 and 2 is 2. So, we can convert the fractional parts as follows:
- 3/1 = 6/2
- 3/2 = 3/2
Step 3: Combine the Whole Number Parts
The whole number parts are 1 and 3. We can combine them by adding them together:
- 1 + 3 = 4
Step 4: Combine the Fractional Parts
Now, we can combine the fractional parts:
- 6/2 + 3/2 = 9/2
Step 5: Write the Final Answer
Finally, we can write the final answer as a fraction:
1 3/1 3/2 3 = 4 9/2
There you have it! We have successfully converted the mixed number 1 3/1 3/2 3 to a fraction.
