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Solution 34495: Converting Mixed Numbers to Improper Fractions Using the TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition Graphing Calculator.

How do I convert mixed numbers to improper fractions (and vice versa) using the TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition?

To convert mixed numbers to improper fractions (and vice versa) using the TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition, follow the examples below.

For Example: Convert 1 3/5 to an improper fraction.

1) Press [ALPHA] [Y=] to access the FRAC menu.
2) Press [2] to select the Un/d function.
3) Input 1 and press [Right Arrow]
4) Input 3 and press [Down Arrow].
5) Input 5 and press [Right Arrow] [ENTER].

For Example: Convert 9/6 to a mixed number.

1) Press [ALPHA] [Y=] to access the FRAC menu.
2) Press [1] to select the n/d function.
3) Input 9 and press [Down Arrow].
4) Input 6 and press [Right Arrow].
5) Press [ALPHA] [Y=].
6) Press [3] to select the >n/d<>Un/d function.
7) Press [ENTER].

Please see the TI-84 Plus C Silver Edition guidebook for additional information.