Thus, 4 4032 6048 = 12 1008 1512 = 6 84 126 = 7 14 21 = 2 3. Answer.
To reduce an improper fraction to a whole, or mixed number.
Rule.—Divide the numerator by the denominator, the quotient will be the whole number; and the remainder (if any) the numerator of the fraction, having the divisor for the denominator.
Example.—Reduce 114 12 to a whole, or mixed number.
| 12 ) 114 | |
| 9 6 12 | Answer. |
To reduce a mixed number to an improper fraction.
Rule.—Multiply the whole number by the denominator, and add the numerator to the product, under which place the given denominator.
Example.—Reduce 17⅝ to an improper fraction.
| 17⅝ | |
| 8 | |
| 141 | |
| 8 | Answer. |
To reduce a compound fraction to a simple fraction.