Question

write $2 \frac{1}{2}$ as an improper fraction.

Explanation:

Step1: Convert whole number to fraction

$2 = \frac{2 \times 2}{2} = \frac{4}{2}$

Step2: Add to the fractional part

$\frac{4}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{4+1}{2}$

Answer:

$\frac{5}{2}$