Write 3 1/5 as an Improper Fraction

To change a mixed number like 3 1/5 (three and one-fifth) to an improper fraction, follow these steps:

First, multiply the whole number (the 3) by the denominator of the fraction (the 5 in 1/5). Then add this number to the numerator (the 1 in 1/5). You end up with 16.

Second, take the denominator from the fraction 1/5. This becomes the denominator for the improper fraction.

The resulting improper fraction is 16/5.

Note that the mixed number 3 1/2 is equal to the improper fraction 15/6.