Write the following improper fraction as a mixed number or a whole number

Explanation

To write \(-\frac95\) as a mixed number, ignore the \(-\) sign, and use the method for the positive improper fraction \(\frac95\).  Once the procedure is completed, write a \(-\) sign in front of the result

$
\require{enclose}
\begin{array}{r}
1 \\[-3pt]
5 \enclose{longdiv}{9} \\[-3pt]
\underline{-5} \\[-3pt]
4 \\[-3pt]
\end{array}
$

Thus \(=\frac95 = -1\frac45\)