Select the best answer for the question.

What is [tex]$\frac{7}{4}$[/tex] as a mixed number?

A. [tex]$\frac{3}{4}$[/tex]
B. [tex][tex]$1\frac{1}{4}$[/tex][/tex]
C. [tex]$1\frac{3}{4}$[/tex]
D. [tex]$1\frac{7}{4}$[/tex]



Answer :

To convert the fraction [tex]\( \frac{7}{4} \)[/tex] into a mixed number, let's follow the steps:

1. Determine the whole number part:
- Divide the numerator (7) by the denominator (4).
- 7 divided by 4 is 1 with a remainder.

2. Determine the fractional part:
- The remainder from the division is 3.
- The fractional part is thus [tex]\( \frac{3}{4} \)[/tex].

3. Combine the whole number and the fractional part:
- The mixed number is [tex]\( 1 \frac{3}{4} \)[/tex].

So, the correct answer is:

C. [tex]\( 1 \frac{3}{4} \)[/tex].