4 x 4/5 as a fraction
Understand the Problem
The question is asking to convert the expression '4 x 4/5' into a fraction. This means performing the multiplication and expressing the result in fractional form.
Answer
The result of converting '4 x 4/5' into a fraction is $\frac{16}{5}$.
Answer for screen readers
The final answer is $\frac{16}{5}$.
Steps to Solve
- Multiply the Whole Number by the Fraction
You start by multiplying the whole number by the numerator of the fraction. The expression can be rewritten as:
$$ 4 \times \frac{4}{5} $$
This means that we take 4 (the whole number) and multiply it by 4 (the numerator).
- Perform the Multiplication
Now perform the multiplication:
$$ 4 \times 4 = 16 $$
- Write the Result as a Fraction
Once you have multiplied the numerator, you will express the result as a fraction by keeping the denominator of the original fraction:
$$ \frac{16}{5} $$
The final answer is $\frac{16}{5}$.
More Information
The expression $\frac{16}{5}$ represents the multiplication of the whole number and the fraction in a proper fractional format. This fraction is an improper fraction since the numerator (16) is greater than the denominator (5).
Tips
- Misunderstanding the operation: Sometimes students may confuse the multiplication of the whole number with the fraction, resulting in incorrect outcomes. Always remember to multiply the numerator by the whole number.
- Forgetting the denominator: A common mistake is to forget to include the denominator of the original fraction when writing the result.
