How do you change 8 1 over 2 to an improper fraction?

Answer 1

To convert a mixed number into an improper fraction:

1. For the new numerator multiply the whole number by the denominator and add the current numerator
2. The denominator stays the same.

For 8 1/2 this gives:

8 1/2 = (8×2+1)/2 = 17/2