Write 3 1/3 as an Improper Fraction

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

First, multiply the whole number (the 3) by the denominator of the fraction (the 3 in 1/3). Then add this number to the numerator (the 1 in 1/3). You end up with 10.

Second, take the denominator from the fraction 1/3. This becomes the denominator for the improper fraction.

The resulting improper fraction is 10/3.

Note that the mixed number 3 1/2 is equal to the improper fraction 10/3.