Convert 5/2 to Mixed Number

Convert the improper fraction 5/2 to a mixed number with step-by-step explanation.

Answer: 5/2 = 2\frac{1}{2}

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1 Identify the Improper Fraction

We have the improper fraction: 5/2

This is improper because the numerator (5) ≥ the denominator (2).

We can convert this to a mixed number by dividing.

\frac{5}{2} = ?

Step 2 Divide to Find the Whole Number

Divide the numerator by the denominator:

5 ÷ 2 = 2 remainder 1

The quotient (2) is the whole number part

The remainder (1) is the new numerator

5 \div 2 = 2 \text{ R } 1

Step 3 Write the Result

Combining our results:

5/2 = 2 1/2

\frac{5}{2} = 2\frac{1}{2}