what is 5 7/8 as a mixed number in the simplest form?
To convert 5 7/8 into a mixed number in simplest form, first, convert the fraction 7/8 to a mixed number. The whole number before the fraction is already provided (5).
To convert the fraction 7/8 to a mixed number, divide the numerator (7) by the denominator (8).
7 ÷ 8 = 0 remainder 7.
Therefore, 7/8 = 0 7/8.
Putting it together, the simplest form of 5 7/8 is 5 7/8 (since it is already in simplest form).