Question

convert the mixed number to an improper fraction.
$-9\frac{1}{5}$

$-9\frac{1}{5}=\square$.
(simplify your answer.)

Explanation:

Step1: Multiply integer by denominator

$9 \times 5 = 45$

Step2: Add result to numerator

$45 + 1 = 46$

Step3: Attach negative sign, keep denominator

$-\frac{46}{5}$

Answer:

$-\frac{46}{5}$