"Express as an improper fraction: 4 7/8," states a problem in a fifth-grade arithmetic text. This problem is BEST solved through:
A)trial and error.
B)insight.
C)an algorithm.
D)a heuristic.

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Converting mixed numbers to improper fractions can be done systematically using the algorithm: (whole number x denominator) + numerator / denominator. So in this case, (4 x 8) + 7 / 8 = 39/8.

"Express as an Improper Fraction: 4 7/8," States a Problem