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How do I display a mixed number instead of an improper fraction?

To display a mixed number as an improper fraction (and vice versa), follow these steps.

Example: Display \( 1 \frac{3}{5} \) as an improper fraction.

      1. Select Mode Settings icon or press the j key.
      2. Select n/d or U n/d to display a simple fraction or mixed number output.
      3. Press ⁄.
      4. Press the left arrow key ‹ to input the unit value, 1.
      5. Press the right arrow key › to the numerator, press 3.
      6. Press the down arrow key ≥ and enter denominator 5.
      7. Press =.

    Example: Convert \(\frac{9}{6} \) to a mixed number.

        1. Press ⁄.
        2. Input 9 and press the down arrow key ≥.
        3.Input 6 and press the right arrow key ›.
        4. Press b c.
        5. Press 3 to select the >n/d<>Un/d function.
        6. Press =.