Simplify 25 1/2

To simplify \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \), you can convert the mixed number into an improper fraction or a decimal.

First, let's convert it into an improper fraction:

1. Multiply the whole number (25) by the denominator (2):
\( 25 \times 2 = 50 \)
2. Add that result to the numerator (1):
\( 50 + 1 = 51 \)
3. Place that result over the original denominator (2):
\( 25 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{51}{2} \)

Alternatively, if you prefer a decimal representation:
\( 25 \frac{1}{2} = 25 + 0.5 = 25.5 \)

So, \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \) can be simplified to \( \frac{51}{2} \) or written as \( 25.5 \).