what is the simplest form of 25 1/2

Question

5
12.5
1/2 root 25
Root 25

Answer 1

To find the simplest form of \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \), we can convert it to an improper fraction or a decimal.

1. Convert \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \) to an improper fraction: \[ 25 \frac{1}{2} = \frac{25 \times 2 + 1}{2} = \frac{50 + 1}{2} = \frac{51}{2} \]

2. Convert \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \) to a decimal: \[ 25 \frac{1}{2} = 25 + 0.5 = 25.5 \]

Now we compare the values you provided:

• \( 5 \)
• \( 12.5 \)
• \( 1/2 \sqrt{25} = 1/2 \times 5 = 2.5 \)
• \( \sqrt{25} = 5 \)

The simplest representation of \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \) from your list corresponds to:

• None of the options directly represent \( 25.5 \).

So, the simplest form of \( 25 \frac{1}{2} \) can be expressed as \( \frac{51}{2} \) or \( 25.5 \).