Question

Convert the following rational number to a decimal and a percentage.

7/4

Show your work.

(2 points)
Decimal:

Percentage:

Answer 1

To convert the rational number \( \frac{7}{4} \) to a decimal and a percentage, follow these steps:

### Decimal:
1. Divide the numerator (7) by the denominator (4):
\[
7 \div 4 = 1.75
\]

So, the decimal representation of \( \frac{7}{4} \) is **1.75**.

### Percentage:
2. To convert the decimal to a percentage, multiply by 100:
\[
1.75 \times 100 = 175\%
\]

So, the percentage representation of \( \frac{7}{4} \) is **175%**.

### Summary:
- Decimal: \( 1.75 \)
- Percentage: \( 175\% \)