How do you Change 28 8 to a mixed number?

Answer 1

If the fraction is 28/8 then to convert any improper fraction to a mixed number, divide the numerator by the denominator and carry any remainder over as a fraction.

28/8 : Eight divides into 28 three times leaving a remainder of 4.

28/8 = 34/8

BUT, the fraction 4/8 can be simplified by dividing both the numerator and denominator by four.

4/8 = 1/2

So, 28/8 = 34/8 = 31/2