Write
26
4
as a mixed number in simplest form.
6 1/2
To convert the fraction 26/4 into a mixed number in simplest form, follow these steps:
1. Divide 26 by 4: 26 ÷ 4 = 6.5
2. The quotient is 6 with a remainder of 2.
3. The quotient becomes the whole number, and the remainder becomes the numerator of the proper fraction.
So, the mixed number is 6 and 2/4.
4. Simplify the fraction by canceling out common factors of the numerator and denominator.
In this case, both 2 and 4 can be divided by 2:
2 ÷ 2 = 1 and 4 ÷ 2 = 2
5. The simplified fraction is 1/2.
6. Therefore, the mixed number 26/4 as a mixed number in simplest form is 6 and 1/2.