17 1/2 divided by 2
Calculating the Result
To calculate 17 1/2 divided by 2, we need to follow the order of operations (PEMDAS). First, let's convert the mixed number 17 1/2 to an improper fraction.
Converting Mixed Number to Improper Fraction
17 1/2 = 35/2
Now, we can divide the improper fraction by 2.
Dividing by 2
(35/2) ÷ 2 = 35/2 × 1/2
To divide fractions, we multiply the numerator (35) by the reciprocal of the denominator (1/2).
35 × 1/2 = 35/2
Simplify the fraction by dividing both the numerator and denominator by their greatest common divisor (GCD).
35 ÷ 1 = 35 2 ÷ 1 = 2
35/2 = 17.5
Final Result
17 1/2 divided by 2 = 17.5
Therefore, the result of dividing 17 1/2 by 2 is 17.5.
