Calculator Solution: 14 1/2 x 25
In this article, we will solve the multiplication problem 14 1/2 x 25 using a simple and easy-to-understand method.
Step 1: Convert Mixed Number to Improper Fraction
To multiply a mixed number with a whole number, we need to convert the mixed number to an improper fraction. In this case, we have:
14 1/2 = 29/2
Step 2: Multiply the Numerator
Now, we multiply the numerator (29) with 25:
29 × 25 = 725
Step 3: Multiply the Denominator
Next, we multiply the denominator (2) with 25:
2 × 25 = 50
Step 4: Write the Final Answer
Finally, we write the final answer as an improper fraction:
725/50
Simplifying the Fraction (Optional)
If we want to simplify the fraction, we can divide both the numerator and the denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD). In this case, the GCD is 25.
725 ÷ 25 = 29 50 ÷ 25 = 2
So, the simplified answer is:
29/2
Converting Back to Mixed Number (Optional)
If we want to convert the improper fraction back to a mixed number, we can do so by dividing the numerator by the denominator:
29 ÷ 2 = 14 with a remainder of 1
So, the final answer in mixed number form is:
14 1/2 × 25 = 362 1/2
