How do you write - 4 1/5 as an improper fraction

To turn a - 4 1/5 you need to:

1. Multiply - 4 and 5

-4 x 5 = - 20

2. Add - 20 and 1.

-20 + 1 = - 19

The improper fraction is - 19/5

The steps to turn any mixed fraction to an improper fraction is:

1. Multiply the whole number by the denominator.

2. Add the product to the numerator.

3. Put the sum on top of the original denominator.

-21/5

Multiply 4 and 5, add 1