14 1/4 as a Decimal

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It is a simple question on decimal conversion. Firstly, we have to learn fractions and decimals. A fraction represents a part of the whole. It has two parts: the numerator (number on the top) and the denominator (number below). In mixed fractions like 14 1/4, the whole number 14 represents the whole parts, the numerator 1 represents how many parts out of the whole, and the denominator 4 shows how many parts make up a whole. A decimal is a way to represent the number that is not whole, using a (.) or a decimal to separate the whole part from the fractional part. The numbers to the left of the decimal point represent the whole, and those to the right represent the fractional part.

What is 14 1/4 as a decimal?

$14 1/4 as a decimal$

Answer

14 1/4 in decimals can be written as 14.25.

Explanation

To convert 14 1/4 to a decimal, we need to divide the fractional part 1/4 and then add it to the whole number 14. Let's break down the process:

Step 1: Identify the whole number, numerator, and denominator. Here, 14 is the whole number, 1 is the numerator, and 4 is the denominator.

Step 2: Divide the numerator by the denominator.

Step 3: ( frac{1}{4} = 0.25 )

Step 4: Add this decimal result to the whole number.

Step 5: 14 + 0.25 = 14.25

Therefore, the decimal representation of 14 1/4 is 14.25.

Important Glossaries for 14 1/4 as a decimal

Fraction: A numerical quantity that is not a whole number, representing a part of a whole.
Decimal: A number that uses the base ten and includes a decimal point to separate the whole part from the fractional part.
Mixed Number: A whole number combined with a fraction.
Numerator: The top part of a fraction, indicating how many parts of the whole are being considered.
Denominator: The bottom part of a fraction, showing how many parts make up a whole.