Question

Which is greater 7 1/2 or 22/2

Answer 1

To compare \(7 \frac{1}{2}\) and \(\frac{22}{2}\), we can convert both to improper fractions or decimals.

1. Convert \(7 \frac{1}{2}\) to an improper fraction:
\[
7 \frac{1}{2} = 7 + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{14}{2} + \frac{1}{2} = \frac{15}{2}
\]

2. The fraction \(\frac{22}{2}\) simplifies to:
\[
\frac{22}{2} = 11
\]

Now we compare \(\frac{15}{2}\) and \(11\).

Convert \(11\) to a fraction with the same denominator:
\[
11 = \frac{22}{2}
\]

Now we have:
- \(\frac{15}{2}\)
- \(\frac{22}{2}\)

Since \(15 < 22\), we conclude:
\[
\frac{15}{2} < \frac{22}{2}
\]

Thus, \(7 \frac{1}{2} < 11\).

Therefore, \(22/2\) (which equals 11) is greater than \(7 \frac{1}{2}\).