Basic College Mathematics (9th Edition)

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Chapter 2 - Multiplying and Dividing Fractions - Review Exercises - Page 188: 5

Answer

Proper Fraction: $\frac{15}{16} , \frac{1}{8}$ Improper Fraction: $\frac{6}{5} , \frac{16}{13}, \frac{5}{3}$

Work Step by Step

If the numerator of a fraction is less than the denominator, the fraction is a proper fraction. A proper fraction is less than 1 whole. So, $\frac{15}{16} , \frac{1}{8}$ If the numerator is greater than or equal to the denominator, the fraction is an improper fraction. An improper fraction is greater than or equal to 1 whole. So, $\frac{6}{5} , \frac{16}{13}, \frac{5}{3}$
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