Change the mixed number to an improper fraction.

6 4/9

To change the mixed number 6 4/9 to an improper fraction, we first multiply the whole number 6 by the denominator 9 and add the numerator 4, resulting in a new numerator. We then keep the denominator the same.

6 x 9 + 4 = 54 + 4 = 58

Therefore, the improper fraction equivalent to 6 4/9 is 58/9.