31 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: numerator (number on the top) and denominator (number below). The numerator shows how many parts out of the whole are considered, and the denominator shows how many parts make up a whole. A decimal is a way to represent a 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 31 1/4 as a decimal?

$31 1/4 as a decimal$ Answer

31 1/4 in decimal form can be written as 31.25.

Explanation

To convert 31 1/4 to a decimal, we first convert the fraction 1/4 to a decimal. Let's see the step-by-step breakdown of the process:

Step 1: Identify the whole number and the fraction. Here, 31 is the whole number, and 1/4 is the fraction.

Step 2: Convert the fraction 1/4 to a decimal by dividing 1 by 4.

Step 3: 1 divided by 4 equals 0.25.

Step 4: Combine the whole number with the decimal: 31 + 0.25 = 31.25.

Therefore, 31 1/4 as a decimal is 31.25.

Important Glossaries for 31 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.
Whole Number: A number without fractions; an integer.
Recurring Decimal: A decimal that has a repeating sequence of digits.
Mixed Number: A number consisting of an integer and a proper fraction.