Question

write \\(dfrac{143}{50}\\) as a decimal.

Explanation:

Step1: Simplify the fraction

Multiply numerator and denominator by 2 to get a denominator of 100:
$\frac{143 \times 2}{50 \times 2} = \frac{286}{100}$

Step2: Convert to decimal

Divide 286 by 100 by moving the decimal point left 2 places:
$\frac{286}{100} = 2.86$

Answer:

2.86