1/7

The fraction '1/7' represents one-seventh, a mathematical term signifying the division of a whole into seven equal parts, with one part being considered. It can also be expressed as a decimal approximately equal to 0.142857, with the digits repeating indefinitely. 1/7 is a rational number, incapable of being expressed as a terminating decimal. It often arises in probability, proportions, or when dealing with equal divisions or shares of a quantity or object.

1/7 meaning with examples

• Sarah ate 1/7 of the cake, leaving the remaining portion for her friends to enjoy. The fraction 1/7 highlights the division of the cake into seven parts. It represents Sarah's share relative to the whole. The proportion shows how much she consumed compared to what remained.
• If a survey showed 1/7 of the population supports a specific policy, the result shows a small portion of the population backing the policy. It helps visualize the relative support. The data suggests a minority. 1/7 indicates the size of the specific support.
• A farmer divided his land into seven plots, allocating 1/7 to growing wheat. The fraction determines the size of the allocated field relative to the whole farm. The proportion defines the area. 1/7 represents the relative size of the wheat plot.
• During a game, each player receives 1/7 of the deck's cards at the start. The fraction defines each player's hand. The quantity each player holds. 1/7 indicates the proportion of the entire deck. It relates the players' hands.
• If a prize is divided amongst seven winners, each will receive 1/7 of the total sum. The fraction describes the share each winner gets. It is the amount relative to the whole. 1/7 shows the proportion of each person's prize.