Compound Fractions: Example

Rule 27:: A compound fraction is sometimes called a mixed number.
, , and are examples of compound fractions.

Example:: Calculate . Express your answer as a compound number.
Answer:: .
Solution:
Comment:: You can check your answer with your calculator. Use your calculator to calculate the problem. Your answer will be in decimals. Now use your calculator to convert to a decimal. If the results are the same, your answer is correct.

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