Can 171 19/32 be simplified

171 19/32=(171×32+19)/32=(odd number)/32.

But 32=2⁵

Thus, this ratio cannot be simplified, because the numerator is an odd number.

And the denominator is a power of 2.

bull

step-by-step explanation:

one fourth of 9% = 2.25%

gavin is correct in saying : the equivalent quarterly interest rate would be

2.25%.