Write 1 3/8 as an Improper Fraction

To change a mixed number like 1 3/8 (one and three-eights) to an improper fraction, follow these steps:

First, multiply the whole number (the 1) by the denominator of the fraction (the 8 in 3/8). Then add this number to the numerator (the 3 in 3/8). You end up with 11.

Second, take the denominator from the fraction 3/8. This becomes the denominator for the improper fraction.

The resulting improper fraction is 11/8.

Note that the mixed number 1 3/8 is equal to the improper fraction 11/8.